After winning 6 of the 12 Majors from 2000 to 2002, Tiger Woods struggled in 2003. Four unknown players would seize the day, rising to become champions in his wake.

Mike Weir–considered a good golfer but not a great one–triumphed in The Masters, becoming the first Canadian to win a Major. Jim Furyk emerged victorious in the U.S. Open. In the British Open, Ben Curtis became the only player since Francis Ouimet in 1913 to prevail on his first time out, and Shaun Micheel came from nowhere to prevail at the PGA Championship. How does one moment of glory affect the unsung underdog for years to follow?

Feinstein chronicles the champions’ ups and downs, giving readers an insider’s look into how victory (and defeat) can change players’ lives.

Praise for Moment of Glory

(Ron Rappaport, Washington Monthly )

“[Feinstein is] one of the best modern day sports writers.” (Virginia Golfer )

“Feinstein is the most successful sportswriter in America….He has the gift of re-creating events known to us all while infusing them with excitement, even suspense.” (Jay Nordlinger, Wall Street Journal )

“Feinstein writes passionately and sensitively, and his research is top-notch. His access to the players–tour vetrans, rising rookies, and journeymen…weave a compelling narrative.” (Tampa Tribune )

“The best chronicler in sports journalism.” (Craig Smith, Seattle Times )

“John Feinstein is a reporter par excellence, amazingly adept at getting past the publicity curtain and getting people to open up their live, their hope and fears.” (The State (South Carolina) )

“John Feinstein has become sportswriting’s John Grisham.” (David Kindred, Sporting News )

“Feinstein makes you care.” (Bruce Fetts, Entertainment Weekly )

“One of the best sportswriters alive.” (Larry King, USA Today )