The criticism of Sergia Garcia ended at Ponte Vedra Beach, at the 17th hole of a golf course as tough as they come and in a tournament that if it isn't a major, then is the closest thing to one, says Art Spander.

The Wachovia Championship has become known for its numerous perks. It's what made Tiger Woods' absence stick out even more on Wednesday.

WireImage.com photos of PGA TOUR - Wachovia Championship - Preview Charlotte, 04/30/2008

I discuss the effect of the weak U.S. dollar on professional golf.

A wrap up this past weekends golf tournaments.

Zach Johnson went on the defensive at the Masters, as if trying to show last year's win was hardly a fluke.

Ian Poulter is known more for his wardrobe and a shocking magazine spread than his game. He worked to change that Thursday.

Sure, Augusta National's Par 3 course is smaller than its tournament-hosting next-door neighbor, but that doesn't mean it isn't a tough test in its own right.

After withdrawing from last week's Houston Open due to a high fever and throat infection, Adam Scott checked in at Augusta National Golf Club on Monday, but eschewed a practice round in favor of further rest.

Tiger Woods is poised to extend his astonishing winning streak after finishing the second round of the CA Championship at Doral Resort's Blue Monster one stroke behind leader Geoff Ogilvy.

RIO GRANDE, PUERTO RICO - MARCH 20: Charley Hoffman on the 2nd hole during the first round of the Puerto Rico Open presented by Banco Popular held on March 20, 2008 at Coco Beach Golf & Country Club in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

RIO GRANDE, PUERTO RICO - MARCH 20: Brent Gelberger hits his tee shot on the 2nd hole during the first round of the Puerto Rico Open presented by Banco Popular held on March 20, 2008 at Coco Beach Golf & Country Club in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

RIO GRANDE, PUERTO RICO - MARCH 20: Jason Allred lines up a putt on the 3rd hole during the first round of the Puerto Rico Open presented by Banco Popular held on March 20, 2008 at Coco Beach Golf & Country Club in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

RIO GRANDE, PUERTO RICO - MARCH 20: Roland Thatcher waits on the 3rd hole during the first round of the Puerto Rico Open presented by Banco Popular held on March 20, 2008 at Coco Beach Golf & Country Club in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

RIO GRANDE, PUERTO RICO - MARCH 20: Tom Byrum hits his tee shot on the 7th hole during the first round of the Puerto Rico Open presented by Banco Popular held on March 20, 2008 at Coco Beach Golf & Country Club in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

RIO GRANDE, PUERTO RICO - MARCH 20: Shigeki Maruyama of Japan hits his tee shot on the 10th hole during the first round of the Puerto Rico Open presented by Banco Popular held on March 20, 2008 at Coco Beach Golf & Country Club in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

RIO GRANDE, PUERTO RICO - MARCH 20: Shaun Micheel hits his approach on the 2nd hole during the first round of the Puerto Rico Open presented by Banco Popular held on March 20, 2008 at Coco Beach Golf & Country Club in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

RIO GRANDE, PUERTO RICO - MARCH 20: Marco Ruiz of Paraguay stands by is bag during the first round of the Puerto Rico Open presented by Banco Popular held on March 20, 2008 at Coco Beach Golf & Country Club in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

RIO GRANDE, PUERTO RICO - MARCH 20: Charley Hoffman hits his approach on the 2nd hole during the first round of the Puerto Rico Open presented by Banco Popular held on March 20, 2008 at Coco Beach Golf & Country Club in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

RIO GRANDE, PUERTO RICO - MARCH 20: Eric Axleyhits his approach on the 2nd hole during the first round of the Puerto Rico Open presented by Banco Popular held on March 20, 2008 at Coco Beach Golf & Country Club in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

RIO GRANDE, PUERTO RICO - MARCH 20: Grant Waite hits his tee shot on the 2nd hole during the first round of the Puerto Rico Open presented by Banco Popular held on March 20, 2008 at Coco Beach Golf & Country Club in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

RIO GRANDE, PUERTO RICO - MARCH 20: Alex Cejka hits out of the bunker on the 6th hole during the first round of the Puerto Rico Open presented by Banco Popular held on March 20, 2008 at Coco Beach Golf & Country Club in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

RIO GRANDE, PUERTO RICO - MARCH 20: Wilfredo Morales of Puerto Rico walks up to the green on the 7th hole during the first round of the Puerto Rico Open presented by Banco Popular held on March 20, 2008 at Coco Beach Golf & Country Club in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

RIO GRANDE, PUERTO RICO - MARCH 20: Joey Sindelair hits his tee shot on the 7th hole during the first round of the Puerto Rico Open presented by Banco Popular held on March 20, 2008 at Coco Beach Golf & Country Club in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

RIO GRANDE, PUERTO RICO - MARCH 20: Charley Hoffman on the 2nd hole during the first round of the Puerto Rico Open presented by Banco Popular held on March 20, 2008 at Coco Beach Golf & Country Club in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

RIO GRANDE, PUERTO RICO - MARCH 20: Wilfredo Morales of Puerto Rico walks up the 7th hole during the first round of the Puerto Rico Open presented by Banco Popular held on March 20, 2008 at Coco Beach Golf & Country Club in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)