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Longtime pro bought a pro-shop putter. And then he was penalized 2 shots 

Longtime pro bought a pro-shop putter. And then he was penalized 2 shots 

Organizers announce LIV golfers will gain a formal qualification route into The Open, opening opportunities for select players from the breakaway circuit to earn spots in golf’s oldest major under new criteria.

A longtime touring pro who bought a pro-shop putter faced a two-shot penalty under equipment rules, tournament officials confirm, prompting debate over club conformity and enforcement in competitive play.

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This ‘nice rule change’ helped Tommy Fleetwood pocket $10 million

This ‘nice rule change’ helped Tommy Fleetwood pocket $10 million

LIV golfers get a pathway to The Open: R&A and organizers introduce a qualification route through designated events and final qualifying, allowing LIV players a clear chance to earn spots next year.

A ‘nice rule change’ helped Tommy Fleetwood pocket about $10 million: A tweak to payout and scoring policies converted his strong finishes into larger checks, producing an estimated $10M gain.

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