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Article: 107TH U.S. OPEN; Dreams of youth mature into reality; Aaron Baddeley was considered brash when he said he wanted to take down Tiger. Today, we'll see.(SPORTS)
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- Star Tribune (Minneapolis, MN)
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- June 17, 2007
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Byline: Jerry Zgoda; Staff Writer
Oakmont, Pa. -- Eight years ago, when he was young and fearless and ready to conquer the world, Australian amateur Aaron Baddeley aimed high with seven simple words.
I want to be better than Tiger.
Today, in the final pairing on the final day at the 107th U.S. Open, he will get the chance to prove himself so.
Baddeley will meet Tiger Woods at Oakmont Country Club's first tee this afternoon with a two-shot lead over the 12-time major winner who has never come from behind to win one.
On Saturday, he emerged as the third-round leader on a day when Friday leaders Angel Cabrera and Bubba Watson ...