It turns out this photo of Tiger Woods in the Washington Post, which Photoshop Disasters fingered for being a doctored image, is actually not a photo editor's bungled work. In fact, it's an original image from Getty, and just one example of what can happen when a telephoto lens is placed in the hands of an oblivious photographer. The original image is here.

See what we did there? We took the cover line of the Golfweek story that's caused an uproar and used it with a clever twist that makes it suddenly relevant to this bit of news: Golfweek owner Turnstile Publishing fired editor and VP Dave Seanor for the noose cover.

In trying to deliver a current story about Golf Channel anchor Kelly Tilghman saying competitors should "lynch" Tiger Woods – a black guy! – Golfweek stuck a photo of a noose on its cover. Its reception, to be concise, was: poor.

"We knew that image would grab attention, but I didn't anticipate the enormity of it," says Seanor. "There's been a huge, negative reaction. I've gotten so many e-mails. It's a little overwhelming."

Among the complainers? U.S. PGA Tour commissioner Tim Finchem, who called the cover "outrageous and irresponsible. [...] It smacks of tabloid journalism." Not sure where Finchem was when Tilghman reduced the PGA's star player to a slave, but anyhow.

In matters such as these, we turn to resident Black People Expert and Stereohyped editor Lauren Williams, who gives us a perspective white gay Jews might not have.

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Okay, so “lynching” has terrible historical connotations, invoking years of legislated racism toward African-Americans. But, what if you were just joking?

That’s how Golf Channel anchor Kelly Tilghman meant it when she suggested that golfer should “lynch [Tiger Woods] in a back alley."

The Golf Channel thought it was mad inappropriate, which let’s be honest, it was. Al Sharpton, who, for the record is still alive and available for appearances, thinks she should be fired.

But back in the real world, as we predicted, the Golf Channel gave her a light punishment and suspended her for two weeks.

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Golf Channel anchor Kelly Tilghman – who, during the PGA Tour on Friday, advised young players they should "lynch Tiger Woods in a back alley" as a way of competing – is not likely to face significant disciplinary action from the network, we're hearing. As expected, Tilghman (who's the main play-by-play announcer for the tour) apologized to viewers as well as to Woods, and that seems to be good enough for the Golf Channel. While some will call for a suspension or her firing, she pulled an Ace from her sleeve: "friend" Tiger Woods found "no ill-intent" in Kelly's word choice and has effectively brushed off the matter. And according to one insider, that's satisfied execs.

It's the type of news we hate to bring on a such a bright day, but that's the breaks. Tiger Woods has just announced that father, and best friend, Earl Woods passed away early this morning.

Tiger posted the announcement on his website, tigerwoods.com.

I’m very saddened to share the news of my father’s passing at home early this morning. My dad was my best friend and greatest role model, and I will miss him deeply. I’m overwhelmed when I think of all of the great things he accomplished in his life. He was an amazing dad, coach, mentor, soldier, husband and friend. I wouldn’t be where I am today without him, and I’m honored to continue his legacy of sharing and caring. Thank you to all who are sending condolences to my family and our Foundation. We are truly blessed to have so many who care during this difficult time.

Not only did Earl teach Tiger everything he knows, he also gave him one of the coolest names ever. In his honor, we hope you all go get your asses schooled on the golf course this weekend, while muttering to yourselves, "I wish my dad had been Earl Woods."

Earl Woods Passes Away at 74 [Tiger Woods]