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Stay clear of the hazards, including the Black Widow spiders!

Friday, 15 February 2013 12:00 AM During most rounds of golf you always have to be wary of the various hazards which the course will throw your way. It might be the hidden streams which punish a wayward drive, or a green-side bunker trapping any loose approach shots.However, one hazard which could have seriously ruined Swedish LPGA Tour rookie Daniela Holmqvists day, never mind her round, is not your usual golfing problem.She was on the fourth hole of the pre-qualifier for the ISPS Handa Australian Open at Royal Canberra Golf Club in Yarralumla when she felt a sharp pain in her ankle. Glancing down to her ankle she saw the deadly eight-legged arachnid on her leg and thankfully managed to swat it away.Holmqvist was soon in ag... Full Story

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Monday, 04 February 2013 12:00 AM
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Tuesday, 29 January 2013 12:00 AM
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Scottish pensioner shoots ace

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Tuesday, 29 January 2013 12:00 AM
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