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Pat Perez holds up his trophy Sunday after winning the tournament on the final day of the 50th annual Bob Hope Chrysler Classic at the Palmer Private Course at PGA West in La Quinta. The Hope victory was the first PGA Tour victory for Perez. Marilyn Chung The Desert Sun

Hope champion Pat Perez received well wishes after breaking through

When Pat Perez turned on his cell phone Sunday moments after winning the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic, he already had 55 text messages from people such as John Daly and actor Joe Pesci congratulating him on his first PGA Tour victory. More

Hope sponsor Chrysler has plans for 2010

Pat Perez holds up his trophy after winning the tournament on the final day of the 50th Annual Bob Hope Chrysler Classic golf tournament at the Palmer Private golf course at PGA West on Sunday, January 25, 2009 in La Quinta, Calif. Jay Calderon, The Desert Sun

Despite rumors circulating last week during the 50th Bob Hope Chrysler Classic, tournament officials insist Chrysler remains the tournament sponsor. More

Perez wins 50th Bob Hope Chrysler Classic

Pat Perez kisses the trophy after winning the 50th annual Bob Hope Classic. Jay Calderon, The Desert Sun

LA QUINTA — As Pat Perez walked up to a three-foot eagle putt that would clinch his first PGA Tour victory at the 50th Bob Hope Chrysler Classic on Sunday, he had one thought. More

Pat Perez celebrates first career victory

Pat Perez's father Tony pats his face as they celebrate Pat's first PGA victory with a total 33-under 327 on Sunday at the 2009 Bob Hope Chrysler Classic at the Palmer Course. At right is Pat's wife, Athena. Michael Snyder The Desert Sun

LA QUINTA — The 50th anniversary of the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic and the fact that Arnold Palmer was hosting the tournament weren't lost on Pat Perez Sunday. More

Winds wreck Stricker's day

Fourth-round leader Steve Stricker waits to tee off Sunday during the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic. He finished the event tied for third. Jay Calderon, The Desert Sun

LA QUINTA — Steve Stricker stepped away several times from his tee shot on the par-4 10th hole at the Palmer Course at PGA West on Sunday. More

Stricker surges to a three-stroke lead

Steve Stricker watches his chip onto the 16th green to set up a birdie Saturday during the fourth round of the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic at the Nicklaus Private Course. Stricker finished 33 under, a PGA record for the lowest 72-hole score. Crystal Chatham The Desert Sun

LA QUINTA — Apparently, Steve Stricker didn't really need to know much about the Nicklaus Private Course at PGA West. More

Ill teen's wish realized on green

Arnold Palmer adjusts the golf grip of 15-year-old Brock Marvin of Elizabethtown, N.Y., during a surprise lesson Saturday at the practice range at the Palmer Private course. Brock is part of the Make-A-Wish Foundation, and his wish was to attend the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic in La Quinta. Palmer surprised him with a meeting. Richard Lui The Desert Sun

Brock Marvin got an unexpected treat Saturday while at the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic in La Quinta Saturday. More

Fans scour event for celebrities

Shock rocker Alice Cooper takes time out to pose with fan Pat Holloway Saturday at the 11th hole at the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic in La Quinta. Xochitl Peña The Desert Sun

There's hardly any room left on Sandy Stewart's white baseball cap. More

 

Exclusive mydesert.com videos

Actors, musicians, pro athletes and politicians swarmed the courses at the 2009 Bob Hope Chrysler Classic. The Desert Sun caught up with many of them for one-on-one interviews:

• Actor Kurt Russell ("Big Trouble in Little China," "Grindhouse") - Interview #2 with Kurt Russell

• Actor Michael Pena ("The Shield," "World Trade Center")

• Former San Diego Chargers quarterback Dan Fouts

• Musician Don Felder (formerly of The Eagles)

• Singer Alice Cooper

• Actor/comedian Kevin Nealon ("Weeds," "Saturday Night Live") - Interview #2 with Kevin Nealon

• Singer Michael Bolton

• Actor Joel Gretsch ("National Treasure: Book of Secrets," "Minority Report")

• Actor William Devane ("24")

• Actor Oliver Hudson ("Rules of Engagement") - Interview #2 with Oliver Hudson

• Singer/songwriter Josh Kelley - Interview #2 with Josh Kelley

• Musician Stephen Stills

• Comedian Tom Dreesen

• Former U.S. Vice President Dan Quayle

• Financial expert Joe Kernen

• Singer Clay Walker

• Amateur Sandi Young

• NFL quarterback (Cleveland Browns) Derek Anderson

• Actor Gary Valentine ("Paul Blart: Mall Cop," "I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry")

• Actor Chris O'Donnell ("Max Payne," "Scent of a Woman")

• Musician Huey Lewis

• Former pro football and baseball player Bo Jackson

• Actor and Agua Caliente Casino Resort and Spa spokesman John O'Hurley

• Former pro football player Sterling Sharpe

• Actor Jeffrey Donovan ("Burn Notice," "Changeling") - Interview #2 with Jeffrey Donovan

• Pro baseball player (Tampa Bay Rays) Evan Longoria
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About the tournament

What: Bob Hope Chrysler Classic

When: Jan. 19-25, 2009

Tickets: Visit www.bhcc.com to purchase ticket packages.

Information: For official tournament information, including directions, parking, concessions and items allowed on the course, visit www.bhcc.com.

If you go: Check out The Desert Sun's gallery guide for all the insider tips on how to best enjoy the tournament.

Tournament Courses

SilverRock Resort (Course Tour)
79-179 Ahmanson Ln, La Quinta (MAP)

Bermuda Dunes Country Club (Course Tour)
42-360 Adams Street, Bermuda Dunes (MAP)

Arnold Palmer Private Course at PGA WEST (Course Tour)
Avenue 54 at Jefferson Street, La Quinta (MAP)

Jack Nicklaus Private Course at PGA WEST (Course Tour)
Avenue 54 at Jefferson Street, La Quinta (MAP)

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