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With Couples out, but Daly's debut highlights Boeing Classic (The Associated Press)

SNOQUALMIE, Wash. (AP) -- For a change, Fred Couples won't be receiving the most attention and the largest galleries when the Boeing Classic tees off Friday at TPC Snoqualmie Ridge.

The Seattle native is missing his hometown tournament for the second time since he joined the senior tour six years ago. Couples had to withdraw during the 2012 tournament, but didn't enter this year because of back problems that have sidelined him since February.

With Couples' bid to finally win a tournament in his hometown put on hold, most of the focus will fall on tour newcomer John Daly.