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As first reported by St. Jude Classic
England's Lee Westwood, currently ranked fourth in the Official World Golf Rankings, has accepted a sponsor's exemption to play in the 2010 St. Jude Classic Presented by Smith & Nephew.
Westwood, 37, has finishes of second, third and third in the last three major championships. He will be making his first Memphis appearance.
"Prior to Lee's request last week, we had identified the four players who would play in the unrestricted sponsor exemption slots we are allowed," said SJC Tournament Director Phil Cannon. "For that reason, we initially told Lee we were not able to accommodate his request. But we have gained the support of other players affected by this decision to award one of the exemption slots to Lee.
"This was solely the tournament's decision. We're glad it has turned out this way. Lee has told us he is delighted to be playing in our event, and we look forward to welcoming him on his first visit to Memphis," Cannon said. “We also know that St. Jude Children's Research Hospital will benefit from the addition of such a highly ranked player.”
PGA TOUR regulations allow tournaments four "unrestricted" sponsor exemptions. For a number of years, the SJC has used these spots for local players and past champions.
This year's event is scheduled for June 7-13, at TPC Southwind.
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