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Erik Compton watches his tee shot on the third hole during the final round of the U.S. Open golf tournament in Pinehurst, N.C., Sunday, June 15, 2014. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

Erik Compton hopes British Open pursuit, not heart surgery, is his story

By Zac Boyer - The Washington Times

Martin Kaymer, of Germany celebrates after winning the U.S. Open golf tournament in Pinehurst, N.C., Sunday, June 15, 2014. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

Martin Kaymer runs away with U.S. Open, 2nd major title

By Doug Ferguson - Associated Press

Erik Compton reacts to his birdie on the eighth hole during the final round of the U.S. Open golf tournament in Pinehurst, N.C., Sunday, June 15, 2014. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

U.S. Open: Erik Compton proud runner-up after pair of heart transplants

By Paul Newberry - Associated Press

Martin Kaymer, of Germany, watches his putt on the first hole during the final round of the U.S. Open golf tournament in Pinehurst, N.C., Sunday, June 15, 2014. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

In progress: Martin Kaymer attempts to close out U.S. Open

By Paul Newberry - Associated Press

Martin Kaymer, of Germany, reacts after missing a putt on the 10th hole during the third round of the U.S. Open golf tournament in Pinehurst, N.C., Saturday, June 14, 2014. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

U.S. Open: Martin Kaymer struggles but maintains lead as Pinehurst stiffens

By Doug Ferguson - Associated Press

Erik Compton wins PGA Tour Courage Award

By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Associated Press

A golfer with a 3rd heart and plenty of grit

By DOUG FERGUSON - Associated Press

Compton wins the Babe Zaharias Courage Award

By DOUG FERGUSON - Associated Press

Erik Compton tees-off on the first hole of a pro-am before the AT&T National golf tournament held at Congressional Country Club, Bethesda, Md., Monday, June 25, 2012. (Andrew Harnik/The Washington Times)

Erik Compton, a 2-time heart transplant recipient, plays on with the gift of life

By Rich Campbell - The Washington Times

Another rally for Erik Compton

By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Associated Press

Compton tales always involve his hearts

By DOUG FERGUSON - Associated Press

On 3rd heart, Compton on verge of fulfilling dream

By DOUG FERGUSON - Associated Press

Stuart Appleby of Australia, holds the winners trophy on the 18th green after winning the Greenbrier Classic golf tournament at the Greenbrier in White Sulphur Springs, W.Va., Sunday, Aug. 1, 2010. Appleby hit golf's magic number Sunday, shooting a 59 to win the Greenbrier Classic. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)

Overton in front by 4 at Greenbrier Classic

By JOHN RABY - Associated Press

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By The Associated Press - Associated Press