1.   McAllister, meanwhile, was in contented mood thanks to a smooth putting stroke.

2.   And Maruyama is rolling with a new putting stroke he picked up after the first round.

3.   And that, in a game with the most elusive elements of all, his putting stroke has been elusive.

4.   Berganio initiates his putting stroke with a slight forward press of the hands.

5.   A dozen PGA stars have helped him search under every rock for the lost putting stroke.

6.   A good putting stroke requires smooth rhythm and a steady, repeating pace.

7.   After being frustrated on the greens for much of this year, Woods appears to have found his putting stroke at an opportune time.

8.   Afterward, Nicklaus credited his putting stroke for the victory, although he also felt his swing had gotten better from Thursday to Sunday.

9.   But after spending recent weeks working on his putting stroke and his attitude, Palmer arrived at Ridgewood Country Club determined to bring more than nostalgia.

10.   But Woods pieced together his putting stroke and made five birdies, including three on the back nine.