Golf Central
Rickie Fowler’s return to form already feels like distant memory
Rickie Fowler’s triumphant return to the winner’s circle at the 2022 Honda Classic marked a significant milestone in his career. However, just a year later, Fowler’s form has waned, leaving his resurgence feeling like a distant memory. Struggling with inconsistency and a lack of confidence, Fowler has fallen to 80th in the world rankings. His once-promising return has faded, leaving questions about his ability to recapture the form that once propelled him to the top of the golf world.
Scottie Scheffler made his worst score of the year. Guess what happened next?
Scottie Scheffler made his worst score of the year in the first round of the Charles Schwab Challenge. He shot a 2-over-par 72, his worst score since the opening round of the Masters. But Scheffler didn’t let that get him down. He bounced back with a 6-under-par 64 in the second round to put himself back in contention.
Scheffler’s resilience is a testament to his mental toughness. He’s one of the most mentally strong players on tour, and he’s always able to stay positive even when things aren’t going his way. That’s a valuable asset in golf, where rounds can turn on a dime.
McIlroy-Lowry team among Zurich Classic leaders
Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry are among the leaders after the first round of the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. The Northern Irish and Irish duo shot a 6-under 66 in alternate-shot format on Thursday to sit one stroke off the pace set by Americans Trey Mullinax and Scott Stallings. McIlroy and Lowry made seven birdies and one bogey at TPC Louisiana, including four birdies on the back nine. They are tied for second place with four other teams, including defending champions Billy Horschel and Sam Burns.
The Zurich Classic of New Orleans is a team event in which players compete in alternate-shot and four-ball formats. The tournament is being played for the first time since 2019 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.