Fans congratulate Steve Stricker for Colonial win

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Steve Stricker earned his fifth PGA TOUR victory Sunday at the Crowne Plaza Invitational, where he defeated Steve Marino and Tim Clark in a sudden-death playoff. Stricker's win came after five top-10 finishes this season, including a tie for third at the 50th Bob Hope Classic hosted by Arnold Palmer, where he squandered a three-stroke lead going into the final round with a disastrous 5-over 77. The victory at Colonial moved Stricker to second place in the FedExCup standings behind two-time '09 winner Zach Johnson. Here are some of the e-mails PGATOUR.COM received from Stricker's fans congratulating him on his win.

Results are in:
No. 2 in FedExCup points
No. 8 in world ranking
No. 3 in Presidents Cup
No. 4 in $$ earned
No. 1 Fan Betty is thrilled for you and your family. Betty

What a great victory. The composure you showed throughout the weekend was phenomenal. Way to make us Wisconsinites proud. I would also like to compliment you and the TOUR on your Pink Out day. What class for a great cause! My hat goes off to you and the TOUR! Great job! Joe

Steve, I have closely followed the great highs and somber lows of your career. I can't begin to tell you how happy I am for you, a true gentleman of the game. P.S. ON WISCONSIN!!! Gary

I am so happy that you won. Now you get to go to the Mercedes in January. And No. 2 in the FedExCup standings. You so deserve that. Glad you are playing the Memorial. Ben

Congrats, Strick! You really kept us on the edge of our seats as we listened to the broadcast on XM. Just when it looked like it was over, the chip-in on 17 was great! It's great to see that all three Wisconsin golfers (Stricker, Kelly, Mark Wilson) have put up wins this year. David

Congratulations, Steve. You make all of us Badgers proud. You show grit, class, hard work and great skill. Good guys do finish first. To many more. Bob

Congratulations, Steve. You are playing great and now in second place in the FedExCup standings. Great!! We always watch you play. Jan

Way to go Stricks!!!!!! Could not have happened to a better person. Way to make the Badger State proud!! Rock

Steve, congratulations on your win. After a couple of disappointing losses when you had a chance to win this, it had to feel very special. Win or lose, you make everyone in Wisconsin very proud, not only with days like today, but also with the class in which you handle yourself no matter what this sometimes cruel game throws your way. Keep up the great play. Scott

Congratulations, Steve! Boy was that fun to watch today. I think we heard a lot of cheers around the whole city of Edgerton. After you came back to town and did the outing at the country club last weekend, it was good to see you get rewarded this weekend. Congrats again, and it is always fun watching you. Thanks. John

Congrats, Steve. You are a shining star to everyone who has been down and realizes that hard work can overcome a lot of heartache. It couldn't happen to a better person. Andrew

Steve, last weekend people in Edgerton and throughout Wisconsin had a chance to thank you at a local level. How fitting that one weekend after you helped the local golf course in Edgerton, a broader audience was able to see you doing great things on a national and international level. Many congratulations and best of luck as the season continues. You are a wonderful representative of the State of Wisconsin. Jon

Steve, you are the most inspiring player on TOUR. I find your story a true source of motivation for me both on and off the course. Congrats on your victory. Bill

Steve, awesome win. It's terrific watching you play! Thank you for your witness as a Christian and the way you handle your life. Your ball striking is excellent, and the putting is always good. You can continue to WIN-WIN-WIN!! Keep putting yourself there for the last nine holes. You have the heart and THE SKILL to finish the deal. God bless. Roy

So proud of you--been rooting for you all year. On Wisconsin! Keep it going, Stricks!!! Cathy

Steve, congrats! I live in Milwaukee. Your following is growing. Lots of people watching/rooting for you up here. Today was awesome. Keep it going!! Ty

What a magical week, Steve! Way to stay in the moment over every shot coming down the stretch. Great things happen when you do (i.e. chipping in on No. 17). I'm sure you will cherish this win and the memories it has created for a long time to come! Get home as soon as you can and share the happiness with your family and friends so you can "put a bow" on this awesome accomplishment! Mark

Steve, we are the guys in the Mailroom at UW-Milwaukee. We have been on the roller coaster with you all these years. We are big fans and appreciate how much you do for Wisconsin golf fans. You are a true gentleman, and we wish you the best of luck the rest of the season. Sincerely, All the guys in the mailroom

Congratulations, Steve! Keep it rolling. Go Illini! Brian

Congratulations on your fifth PGA TOUR victory. It has been a journey for you, but being the classy player you are, it came once again! Keep grinding. You're a real ambassador for the game of golf. Friend always, Dick