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Horschel edges McIlroy in playoff to win BMW
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Horschel edges McIlroy in playoff to win BMW

American Billy Horschel edged out Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy in a playoff to win the BMW Championship on Sunday, securing his first victory of the PGA Tour season.

Horschel, who finished the regulation 72 holes tied with McIlroy at 13-under 271, birdied the first extra hole to claim the title at Wilmington Country Club in Delaware.

McIlroy, the world number one, had a chance to force a second playoff hole but missed a birdie putt from about 15 feet.

Horschel’s victory moved him to the top of the FedEx Cup standings, with two events remaining in the playoffs.

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Horschel withdraws from 3M Open with illness
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Horschel withdraws from 3M Open with illness

Horschel withdraws from 3M Open with illness

BLAINE, Minn. (AP) — Billy Horschel withdrew from the 3M Open on Friday because of an unspecified illness.

Horschel, a five-time PGA Tour winner, shot a 2-over 73 in the first round Thursday. He was 4 over through 13 holes in the second round when he withdrew.

Horschel is the second player to withdraw from the tournament this week. Cameron Champ withdrew before the first round because of a back injury.

The 3M Open is the first PGA Tour event since the U.S. Open two weeks ago. The field includes eight of the top 10 players in the world.

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Billy Horschel, and 12 words to a defeated pro that tell us something more
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Billy Horschel, and 12 words to a defeated pro that tell us something more

Billy Horschel gave a defeated pro 12 words of comfort following the RBC Heritage. Learn what those words were and how they shed light on the emotional toll of golf. Billy Horschel’s words of comfort to a defeated pro reveal the hidden struggles faced by professional golfers. His message highlights the importance of empathy and support in the face of adversity, both on and off the golf course.

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Rory McIlroy Returns | Seen & Heard at the Genesis Scottish Open
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Rory McIlroy Returns | Seen & Heard at the Genesis Scottish Open

Rory McIlroy made his much-anticipated return to the golf course at the Genesis Scottish Open on Thursday. The Northern Irishman has been sidelined by a back injury since the Masters Tournament in April.

McIlroy looked sharp in his return, shooting a 4-under 67 in the opening round. He is tied for eighth place, three shots behind leader Ryan Fox.

“It was nice to be back out there competing,” said McIlroy. “I’m still a little bit rusty, but I’m happy with the way I played.”

McIlroy said his back is feeling good and he is looking forward to the rest of the week.

“My goal is to take it one day at a time and not put too much pressure on myself,” he said. “I’m just happy to be back playing.”

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2024 Zurich Classic Friday tee times: Round 2 groupings
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2024 Zurich Classic Friday tee times: Round 2 groupings

**2024 Zurich Classic Friday tee times: Round 2 pairings**

With Round 1 of the 2024 Zurich Classic of New Orleans in the books, the tournament field has been split into two groups for Friday’s second round. Here’s a look at some of the notable pairings:

* The top-ranked duo of Jon Rahm and Scottie Scheffler will tee off at 12:45 p.m. CT off the 10th tee.
* Rory McIlroy and Justin Thomas will play in the same group as Rahm and Scheffler, teeing off at 12:53 p.m. CT.
* Patrick Cantlay and Xander Schauffele will tee off at 1:01 p.m. CT off the 10th tee.
* Jordan Spieth and Justin Rose will tee off at 12:42 p.m. CT off the 1st tee.
* Will Zalatoris and Collin Morikawa will tee off at 12:31 p.m. CT off the 1st tee.
* Billy Horschel and Max Homa will tee off at 11:57 a.m. CT off the 1st tee.

All tee times are in Central Time.

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Horschel gets 1st PGA Tour win in nearly 2 years
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Horschel gets 1st PGA Tour win in nearly 2 years

Billy Horschel ended an almost two-year PGA Tour title drought with a playoff victory at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans on Sunday. Horschel, who last won at the 2021 WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play, birdied the first extra hole to defeat Sam Burns and earn his sixth PGA Tour title. The 35-year-old American had been in contention for much of the week at TPC Louisiana, shooting rounds of 68-67-68-70 to finish regulation play tied with Burns at 13-under 271.

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