In this week’s Monday Finish, we dive into five dark-horse contenders ready to shake up the U.S. Open leaderboard, reveal the raw emotions of a frustrated qualifier, and bring you Rory McIlroy’s candid reflections after the tournament. With the competition heating up, players are navigating shifting challenges that could change the game entirely
Collin Morikawa was surprisingly frank about his appreciation for the crowd’s support during the third round of the PGA Championship.
“The last few days walking up 18, I’m not usually one to show much emotion, but it’s a moment where I kind of black out and just soak it in and kind of bow to the crowd,” Morikawa said. “It’s something that I’ll definitely remember for hopefully the rest of my career. I feel when I’m in the zone and I’m playing well, they cheer even louder and it helps me play that much better. I definitely feed off them. I always say I’m the biggest fan out here because I love the game of golf.”
Rickie Fowler has had to pull out of the WM Phoenix Open due to illness, much to the disappointment of his fans. This unexpected withdrawal is another hurdle for the beloved golfer as he strives for a powerful return in the 2024 season. Fans eagerly await updates on his recovery and future plans