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One of America's most recognized resort golf courses, the Blue Monster at the famed Florida golf resort - Doral Golf Resort & Spa - is joining the PGA TOUR's TPC Network through a licensing agreement.

The changeover becomes effective November 1, 2009, with the name and logo changes occurring immediately. It will become the TPC Blue Monster at Doral. Other aspects of course re-branding will be integrated over time.

"We're excited about expanding our affiliation with the PGA TOUR and joining forces with the TPC Network," said Mark Jeffrey, general manager of Doral Golf Resort & Spa, a Marriott Resort in Miami, Florida. "The Blue Monster has a longstanding history as a host venue with the TOUR and this new partnership undoubtedly will further elevate the visibility and award-winning reputation of Doral's marquee golf course."

The Blue Monster Golf Course has played host to PGA TOUR tournaments since 1962 and now is the site of the World Golf Championships-CA Championship. For more information about the PGA TOUR's TPC network of resort, daily fee and private clubs, go to www.tpc.com.

About Doral Golf Resort & Spa, a Marriott Resort

Situated on 650 tropical acres, the award-winning Doral Golf Resort & Spa, a Marriott Resort is one of Miami's premier resorts. All 693 luxuriously-appointed Miami accommodations, including 96 suites, boast individual balconies/patios, guest-controlled air conditioning, two-line telephones for high-speed Internet/fax access and electronic safes with rechargeable capabilities for your laptop. With over 110,000 square-feet of flexible meeting and function space Doral is the perfect location for corporate events, meetings, receptions and unforgettable social events. For dining, guests can choose from five delectable restaurants in Miami, including Windows on the Green, The Atrium, Terrazza Restaurant and Cafe, Champions Bar & Grill and Bungalou's Bar & Grill. The resort is gearing up to debut a new restaurant and bar at the end of 2009. Located only seven miles from Miami International Airport, the hotel also features the acclaimed Jim McLean Golf Center, The Blue Lagoon aquatic recreation area and nine retail shops. Visit www.doralresort.com.

SOURCE Doral Golf Resort & Spa, A Marriott Resort

The prestige of a first-rate golf course open year round transcends the borders of Chile and South America -- High-end homes and mountain and seaside scenery surround two international-standard golf courses.

The alliance between the "Las Brisas de Chicureo" and "Las Brisas de Santo Domingo" real-estate projects has led to an exclusive golf course in Chile. Unique in South America, it allows golfing from the Andes to the Pacific, blending the best natural scenery, culinary, viticultural, and property attributes.

With the beginning of an internationalization process that is already renowned beyond national borders, both real-estate complexes -- associated with illustrious Chilean businessman Eduardo Fernandez Leon -- joined forces in a single sports concept, with majestic golf courses, sports infrastructure, social areas, an elegant club house, and an unmatched selection of property alternatives. Both projects were conceived with an impressive golf course as the backbone, and designed by the celebrated U.S. company Gage Davis.

The route includes the challenge of golfing against the imposing scenery of the Andes, the chance to visit some of Chile's largest vineyards, enjoying seafood and local cuisine, and finally improving your handicap with the backdrop of a beautiful sunset on the Pacific Ocean. All this within less than 130 km. Simply unbeatable!

Seduced by the weather, economic stability, price convenience, and standard of living of this region at the end of the world, a significant number of foreigners are considering Chile as a place to vacation and even settle down. The safety, construction quality, convenient prices, and fine sports infrastructure of these complexes are more than convincing arguments. Although close to Santiago, both complexes enjoy superb scenery and unexplored areas.

The golf course at Las Brisas de Chicureo (http://www.lasbrisas.cl), near Santiago, has over 180 hectares of native forest and fauna, 36 holes, intense green elevations, and undulating fairways, reaching a semi-desert trail of hawthorn, bunkers, and striking ravines.

On the coast (on the way to Rapel V Region), Las Brisas de Santo Domingo (http://www.golflasbrisas.cl) offers 27 holes of great natural beauty and the intense Pacific Ocean in the background, plus a crystal clear 2.2 hectare pond hidden between the seaside and the woods.

SOURCE Las Brisas de Santo Domingo; Las Brisas de Chicureo

Comprehensive coverage from The Ailsa Course in Turnberry, Scotland airs July 16-19

SIRIUS XM Radio (Nasdaq: SIRI) announced today that it will air the 138th British Open Championship live nationwide this Thursday, July 16, through Sunday, July 19, on XM channel 146 and on SIRIUS channel 209 with the "Best of XM" programming package. SIRIUS XM will provide listeners with live hole-by-hole coverage of the Open Championship from The Ailsa Course in Turnberry, Scotland as well as live updates and analysis from SIRIUS XM's T.J. Rives, Brian Katrek, Bob Stevens and Earl Forcey. Live coverage will start Thursday and Friday at 3:00 am ET and Saturday and Sunday at 4:00 am ET and will continue until the conclusion of each day's play. On-course coverage will be immediately followed by a two-hour wrap-up of the day's action on Open Championship Replay, hosted live by T.J. Rives and Bob Stevens, which will include highlights, analysis and interviews with players. Following Open Championship Replay, SIRIUS XM will rebroadcast the day's play-by-play during afternoon drive time and evening hours until live coverage begins the next morning. In all, listeners will have access to more than 45 hours of live play-by-play from Thursday through Sunday plus comprehensive replays that will cover all the day's highlights and the performances of the tournament leaders. The Open Championship is the oldest, and to many the most prestigious, of golf's four major championships. This will be the third championship hosted at The Ailsa Course, the last being won by Nick Price in 1994. Defending champion Padraig Harrington of Ireland, winner of the last two Open Championships, comes to Turnberry this week looking to take home the Claret Jug for the third straight time. Golf fans will also hear daily talk and analysis by SIRIUS XM's lineup of expert hosts leading up to tournament coverage. Playing Thru hosted by T.J. Rives will air live Monday through Wednesday (8:00 - 10:00 am ET), followed by Making the Turn with Peter Kessler (10:00 - 11:00 am ET). Tuesday morning (7:00 am ET), PGA TOUR member Chris DiMarco and broadcaster Greg Warmoth will host a new edition of their weekly talk show, oPINionated. DiMarco, who was the runner-up in 2006 British Open at Hoylake, will share his thoughts on the Open Championship and the players competing in this year's event. oPINionated replays several times throughout the week. On Wednesday (2:00 pm ET), Rives and Stevens will host the hour-long Open Championship Preview Show, giving listeners all the latest news and updates from Scotland plus a look at the championship field teeing off the following morning. For more information on SIRIUS XM's golf coverage, visit www.xmradio.com/pgatour.

PUMA(R) Golf athlete and newcomer to the LPGA tour Anna Nordqvist won her first Major on Sunday at the McDonald's LPGA Championship at the Bulle Rock Golf Course in Havre de Grace, Maryland.

The 22 year-old, Swedish born Nordqvist, who signed with PUMA Golf in March 2009, shot a 4- under 68 on Sunday to beat Lindsay Wright and Ji Yai Shin who finished second and third, respectively. Nordqvist won wearing the PUMA Golf Stretch Tech Skort, the PUMA Golf Polo, the PUMA Scramble shoe with Smart Quill technology and the Cat Wristband.

"What an exciting first Major for Anna. She carried the day. All of us at PUMA are thrilled to be a part of her LPGA debut win," said Bob Phillion, Business Unit Manager, PUMA Golf. "Something tells me this is more than just beginner's luck. Anna has proven she's a strong competitor, who brings new energy to the tour. PUMA has a history of scouting up and coming talent; Anna is one such rising star. We can't wait to see just how far she will go."

Playing in only her fifth tournament on the LPGA tour, Nordqvist won by four strokes. Nordqvist finished at 15-under 273 in the tournament's final stand. After watching her five-shot lead dwindle to one, Nordqvist sank a 12-foot birdie putt on No. 14 and clinched her first career victory with a 35-foot putt for birdie on No. 15. Throughout tournament play, she remained calm, collected and consistent--in this case, the recipe for success. Or perhaps it was the PUMA wristbands that imbued her with Wonder Woman-like powers on the course.

Nordqvist is just the fourth Swede in history to win a Major. Prior to turning pro in December of 2008, she was one of the world's highest ranking amateur players. In 2008 alone, she won the Ladies British Amateur, Sweden's World Amateur Team Championship and the Ladies European Team Championship. Nordqvist attended Arizona State University where she secured twenty Top 10 finishes in a total of twenty-four college tournaments, was named First Team All American in 2007 and 2008 and graduated with a number one ranking among amateur players overall.

PUMA entered the golf category in 2006, immediately catching the eye of golfers with their vibrant, stylish, fun and always modern world of golf. Since 2006, PUMA Golf has exploded and continuously expands its product selection to include fashion pieces driven by sport and technology, always focusing on making the golfer look better, feel better and play better. The PUMA Golf Collection worn by Anna Nordqvist is currently available at lifestyle boutiques, select golf specialty and green grass retailers and PUMA Concept Stores worldwide. For more information visit www.puma.com or golf.puma.com.

SOURCE PUMA North America, Inc.

A special edition of USA TODAY Sports Weekly devoted to Golf and Gear hits newsstands today with Tiger Woods on the cover. This special edition offers golfers and fans a timely guide to the upcoming Masters and other major tournaments of 2009 as well as a look at the latest gear for amateur players.

Featured in this 48-page special edition:

• A six-page look at the Masters in April, including a graphic look at the famous Amen Corner at Augusta.
• Detailed stories on the other majors: The British Open, U.S. Open and PGA Championship.
• An 18-page gear section looking at the latest clubs, balls, apparel, training devices and how to get good deals on used clubs.

The Sports Weekly Golf & Gear '09 special edition will be on sale at select newsstands through May 11th at a cover price of $4.95. This issue can be ordered by calling 1-800-872-5149 or by visiting www.usatodayservice.com/specialeditions. USA TODAY Sports Weekly publishes special editions throughout the year covering special events in sports.

USA TODAY Sports Weekly covers baseball and football with detailed analysis and in-depth cover stories on the players and issues that shape two of the most popular sports in America. There is no off-season for Sports Weekly - readers will find complete coverage in all 52 issues throughout the year.

Source: USA Today