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Jordan Spieth, Zach Johnson shoot 7-under 63 to share Travelers lead

As Jordan Spieth made his way up the fairway and onto the green at the 18th hole, the Cromwell crowd rose it its feet.

Jordan Spieth tees off the 18th hole during the first round of the Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands on Thursday, June 21, 2018, in Cromwell, Conn.

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Jordan Spieth, Zach Johnson tied for early lead at Travelers

Defending champion Jordan Spieth, Zach Johnson share Travelers lead at 7-under 63.

Spain's Sergio Garcia plays a ball during the BMW International Open in Pulheim, western Germany, Thursday, June 21, 2018.

Sports

Gros leads by 1 shot in Pulheim

Sebastien Gros carded a 4-under 68 in windy conditions to lead by one shot after the opening round of the BMW International Open on Thursday.

FILE - In this April 23, 2015 file photo, Jarrod Lyle, of Australia, reacts after missing a putt on the 17th hole during the first round of the Zurich Classic PGA golf tournament in Avondale, La. Lyle's wife says the Australian golfer is struggling through a

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Jarrod Lyle going through "scary" period in cancer recovery

Jarrod Lyle's wife says the Australian golfer is struggling through a "really scary" period in his third battle with cancer.

Sports

Omaha club pro Ryan Vermeer wins PGA Professional

Ryan Vermeer won the PGA Professional Championship, overcoming front-nine problems to top the 20 qualifiers for the PGA Championship.

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Family of Peter Thomson says 5-time British Open winner dies

Golf Australia says the family of five-time British Open champion Peter Thomson has announced his death.

Phil Mickelson reacts after sinking a putt on the 13th hole during the final round of the U.S. Open Golf Championship, Sunday, June 17, 2018, in Southampton, N.Y.

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Mickelson apologizes 4 days after hitting moving ball

Mickelson apologizes 4 days after intentionally violating golf rules at U.S. Open.

FILE - In this June 14, 2018, file photo, Rory McIlroy, of Northern Ireland, watches his approach shot from the rough on the third hole during the first round of the U.S. Open Golf Championship, in Southampton, N.Y. McIlroy, Jordan Spieth, Jason Day, Bubba Watson and others who missed the cut at the U.S. Open will try to bounce back this week at the Travelers Championship in Connecticut.

Sports

Spieth, others try to bounce back after missing US Open cut

Several PGA golfers are spending this week trying to get back some confidence after last week's U.S. Open.

FILE - In this June 19, 1977, file photo, Hubert Green holds the U.S. Open Championship trophy he won at the Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa, Okla. Hall of Fame golfer Hubert Green, who won a U.S. Open playing portions of the final round despite a threat against his life, has died. He was 71. He was battling throat cancer when he passed away Tuesday, June 19, 2018.

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Hall of Fame golfer Hubert Green dies at 71; won 2 majors

Hall of Fame golfer Hubert Green dies at 71; won 2 majors, including US Open while playing portion despite threat against his life.

FILE - In this Nov. 24, 2004, file photo Australian golfer Peter Thomson poses for a photo after an exhibition match at the Australian Golf Club in Sydney. Golf Australia says on Wednesday, June 20, 2018, the family of five-time British Open champion Peter Thomson has announced his death. He was 88.

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Five-time British Open champion Peter Thomson dies aged 88

Peter Thomson, a five-time winner of the British Open and only golfer in the 20th century to win the tournament for three straight years, has died.

Jason Day held an iron in his hand, turning back to laugh at something his caddie said as he stood on the driving range at TPC River Highlands on Tuesday. His time at the range felt laid back as he broke in a new set of golf clubs ahead of the Travelers Championship.

FILE - In this June 17, 2018, file photo, Phil Mickelson reacts after sinking a putt on the 13th hole during the final round of the U.S. Open Golf Championship, in Southampton, N.Y. Mickelson brought attention to a tough setup on Saturday when he intentionally hit a putt with the ball still rolling and was penalized.

Sports

Column: US Open being remembered for the wrong reasons

Column: US Opens need to be remembered for the winner, not the golf course or how it played.

Brooks Koepka is interviewed by Curtis Strange after winning the U.S. Open Golf Championship, Sunday, June 17, 2018, in Southampton, N.Y.

Sports

Strange's advice for Koepka: Study up on Willie Anderson

Golf notes: Strange's advice to Koepka in his bid for 3 straight US Opens; PGA plans for new season could include Japan.

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Golf Glance

Golf Glance.

FILE - In this Aug. 6, 2017, file photo, Paul Goydos hits his way out of trouble on the 16th hole during the championship round of the 3M Championship golf tournament in Blaine, Minn. Minnesota has hosted the 3M Championship on the PGA Tour Champions since 1993, and the final event for seniors will be Aug. 3-5 with Goydos as the defending champion.

Sports

Minnesota gets regular PGA Tour stop in 7-year deal

PGA Tour event to start next year in Minnesota in 7-year deal that elevates senior event.

Golf

Jim Souhan: Let's hope we'll see the finer side of golf with Minnesota PGA Tour stop

Monday will be a big day for Minnesota golf. Let's hope nobody yells "Mashed Potatoes" during the press conference.

Brooks Koepka reacts after putting on the 12th green during the final round of the U.S. Open Golf Championship, Sunday, June 17, 2018, in Southampton, N.Y.

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Correction: US Open story

Correction: US Open story.

Brooks Koepka holds up the Golf Champion Trophy after winning the U.S. Open Golf Championship, Sunday, June 17, 2018, in Southampton, N.Y.

Sports

Koepka's golf legacy secured after 2nd straight Open win

Brooks Koepka's golf legacy secured after 2nd straight Open win; he goes for No. 3 next year at Pebble Beach.

Sports

Column: Koepka could use more wins, but his trophies are big

Column: Koepka a major force and now needs more victories of different varieties.

Brooks Koepka and Dustin Johnson line up their putts on the 12th green during the final round of the U.S. Open Golf Championship, Sunday, June 17, 2018, in Southampton, N.Y.

Sports

Strange: Koepka has what it takes to win 3 in a row

Curtis Strange knows what it takes to win back-to-back U.S. Open titles and he thinks Brooks Koepka can win again next year at Pebble Beach.

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