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Garry Smits
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Sports Writer, Florida Times-Union
Jacksonville
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A&E, News Feature, CommunitySports, etc
I don't typically write about fashion or politics
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By Garry Smits Verified| Palm Beach Post Verified Garry SmitsJacksonville Florida Times-UnionOnce Rory McIlroy made the cut at the Masters last week, it was almost a sure thing that he'd retain his lead on the PGA Tour's FedEx Cup points list. When he won, and with it 750 FedEx Cup points, it assured a lead big enough to absorb a week or two off. McIlroy leads the season-long points race with 2,433 points, a 1,125 lead over second-place Sepp Straka, who missed the Masters cut.
By Garry Smits Verified| Yahoo Sports Verified Once Rory McIlroy made the cut at the Masters last week, it was almost a sure thing that he'd retain his lead on the PGA Tour's FedEx Cup points list. When he won, and with it 750 FedEx Cup points, it assured a lead big enough to absorb a week or two off. AdvertisementMcIlroy leads the season-long points race with 2,433 points, a 1,125 lead over second-place Sepp Straka, who missed the Masters cut. That's nearly as big a lead as Scottie Scheffler held at this time last year.
By Garry Smits Verified| Palm Beach Post Verified Garry SmitsJacksonville Florida Times-UnionOnce Rory McIlroy made the cut at the Masters last week, it was almost a sure thing that he'd retain his lead on the PGA Tour's FedEx Cup points list. When he won, and with it 750 FedEx Cup points, it assured a lead big enough to absorb a week or two off. McIlroy leads the season-long points race with 2,433 points, a 1,125 lead over second-place Sepp Straka, who missed the Masters cut.
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Florida Times-Union
The Florida Times-Union is a daily newspaper based in Jacksonville, Florida, and is recognized as the oldest newspaper in the state, dating back to 1864. It has evolved through various mergers, becoming a key news source for Jacksonville and the surrounding areas, including Northeast Florida and South Georgia. The newspaper is owned by Gannett and operates in a broadsheet format, with a circulation of approximately 27,818 copies. The Florida Times-Union provides comprehensive coverage of local news, sports, and community events. It offers a variety of advertising services, including classified ads, legal announcements, employment ads, auto and real estate listings, and obituary publications. The newspaper reaches a broad audience of over 250,000 adults every Sunday, making it an effective platform for local and national businesses to connect with the community. Additionally, it maintains a strong digital presence through Jacksonville.com, providing real-time news updates and online advertising opportunities. The Florida Times-Union plays a vital role in fostering community engagement and supporting local businesses.
Jacksonville, United States
+1 904-359-4111
Founded: 1865