SPORTS EXTRA / FOCUS ON GOLF

In a major strategy shift, FairMarket has signed a deal with EBay instead of trying to compete with the rival auction site. Under the deal, which takes effect in the second quarter, FairMarket clients can choose to list items for auction on EBay’s site. Previously, Woburn, Mass.-based FairMarket had set up a network of auction sites to compete with San Jose-based EBay. Terms of the arrangement were not disclosed. FairMarket launched its auction network in late 1999, teaming up with Microsoft’s MSN, Excite@Home and Dell Computer. FairMarket shares rose 6 cents to close at $2.38, and EBay shares rose $1.13 to close at $45.69, both on Nasdaq.