Furyk wins Canadian Open; L.P.G.A. Tour founder dies at 88; Kerr defeats Sorenstam at John Q. Hammons Hotel Classic

Jim Furyk won the Canadian Open yesterday, finishing with a 14-under 266 to defeat Bart Bryant by one stroke. Furyk, who is playing in the upcoming Ryder Cup Matches in Ireland, said he will defend the title next year …

Patty Berg, who founded the Ladies Professional Golf Association and won 15 major championships, died yesterday in Florida. She was 88 and had Alzheimer’s disease. Winning a total of 60 professional titles, Berg was a member of the L.P.G.A. Tour and World Golf halls of fame …

Cristie Kerr rallied from 2-shots behind Annika Sorenstam to win the John Q. Hammons Hotel Classic yesterday. She shot a final round 3-under 68 to win her ninth tour event.