The match was Italy's fourth in 14 days - a match schedule Kirwan had complained about earlier in the tournament.

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In addition to returning to the traditional upfront presentation format and schedule in May, the fourth-place network will also put a priority on scripted drama again.

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However, because of the strength of its schedule, the BCS computer system ranked Oregon fourth, thereby sealing its number-two ranking.

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It was his fourth career victory on the PGA Tour, and capped a busy schedule of five successive tournaments -- this one requiring him to play six matches over five days, including 36 holes on the last.

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