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Tiger 'disappointed' with Williams commentsWorld No.1 Tiger Woods has distanced himself from disparaging comments made by his caddie, Steve Williams, about world No.2 Phil Mickelson. New Zealander Williams was quoted over the weekend as saying he had "no respect" for the left-hander and that he "hated" him. He also confirmed that the two players do not get along. However, Woods responded to calls for him to fire his long-time bagman by saying: "I was disappointed to read the comments about Phil, a player I respect. The matter has been discussed and dealt with." Sorenstam: it's the right time to retireAnnika Sorenstam has confirmed that she believes she is stepping away from professional tournament golf at the right time. The former world No.1 called time on this chapter of her career after finishing seventh at the Dubai Masters, and whilst she admitted that saying goodbye would be difficult, she added that she was at peace with her decision. I'm both happy and sad," she said. "The motivation is no longer there but I'm very proud of what I've achieved in the last 15 years. Life goes on and I am very happy about my decision to move on." I'd have liked to captain again - AzingerFollowing the appointment of Corey Pavin as the American Ryder Cup captain for 2010, his predecessor Paul Azinger has admitted he would have jumped at the opportunity to lead the side again. Azinger led the US to their first win in five attempts against Europe at Valhalla this year but, in spite of that 16.5-11.5 win, he was overlooked for the match at Celtic Manor in just over 18 months' time. "If it was offered to me, I would have done it. But it wasn't," said Azinger. "It would have been a great opportunity to try and win it again, but I'm happy we won this year and hope to see it keep going." Harrington seals $12million dealWinner of three of the last six 'Majors', Padraig Harrington has signed a lucrative sponsorship deal with FTI Consulting. Believed to be worth $12million over the next three years, this particular deal follows hot on the heels of the Irishman renewing his agreement with equipment sponsor Wilson Staff, which is also reported to be worth in excess of $10million over three years. Under the terms of his new deal with FTI Consulting, Harrington will wear the company's logo on the centre of his baseball cap, with Wilson Staff occupying both sides of it.
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