Stopped by Darren Clarke's blog today and read that he has donated the $1,840 dollar prize from his Shot of the Month award to cancer charity and will begin an online auction for the trophy that he received with it to raise additional money for cancer charity. Clarke posted, "It really is a worthwhile cause and a superb trophy so here is a chance for a generous benefactor to help us fight this terrible disease by winning our auction."
Clarke's wife, Heather, has been battling breast cancer that has spread to her bones and liver. They have two sons, and while Clarke is a competitive athlete, his first priorities and heart are with his wife, as she struggles with ongoing cancer treatments.
When Tiger Woods was worried during his late father's struggle with prostate cancer, Clarke was one of the people Woods spent time with, as both understood how the other felt.
If you are interested in bidding on the trophy, Clarke said he will be posting information about it shortly.
08.13.2006 UPDATE: Darren Clarke has lost wife after long struggle with breast cancer.
7.21.2006 UPDATE: Darren Clarke: golf loses pro golfer due to cancer struggle.
1. Dear Darren and family...hard to find a way to tell you how saddened we were to hear of Heather's death...
We have watched you as golfing fans over many years...you have always behaved with honor...we know that you were a loving husband and such a blessing to Heather...
Know she is in heaven watching you continue being a loving father and a fantastic golfer...
With love and prayers,
Sue and Bill Goodale
Palos Verdes Estates, Calif.
Posted at 1:47AM on Aug 14th 2006 by Sue Goodale