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Nick Faldo was named lead golf analyst for CBS Sports.

"We anticipate that Nick will be recognized as one of the most insightful champions ever to sit in the 18th tower," said Tony Petitti, executive vice president and executive producer of CBS Sports in an announcement on Oct. 3.

Faldo, who won three Masters and three British Open titles during his playing career, will replace Lanny Wadkins alongside play-by-play announcer Jim Nantz in the 18th tower to start the 2007 season.

Faldo joins CBS Sports after three years as lead analyst for ABC Sports' golf coverage. He will continue to work as an analyst for The Golf Channel, as well as staying as lead analyst for the British Open on ABC.

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LANNY WADKINS IS GONE! One of the worst announcers in professional sports is being replaced by one of the best, on the network that shows by far the most PGA Tour events. Awesome