Stricker wins at Riviera
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Even with a big lead, Steve Stricker expected a tough day
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Stricker watched a six-shot lead slip to two after just five holes
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His fourth PGA Tour victory in his last 15 starts moved him up to No. 2 in the world ranking.
Stricker won for the eighth time in his career, and once again
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"I remember where I was and where I am now
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Stricker didn't make it easy on himself, having to grind for pars as Donald kept pouring in birdies
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