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Tour Confidential: Thrilling Olympics finish, winners and disappointments

Tour Confidential: Thrilling Olympics finish, winners and disappointments

The 2020 Tokyo Olympics concluded with a thrilling finish for golf as Xander Schauffele and Nelly Korda claimed gold in their respective competitions. Schauffele’s emotional victory was visibly displayed as he broke down in tears on the podium. Despite the absence of top stars like Rory McIlroy and Dustin Johnson, the Olympics showcased the sport’s ability to evoke intense emotions and inspire athletes. The event also highlighted logistical challenges, including lengthy commutes and strict Covid-19 protocols. Furthermore, the Kasumigaseki Country Club faced criticism for its challenging course conditions, contributing to high scores and narrow margins.

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‘Oh, sh*t, am I actually in this?’ Home-country darling sends Olympics into frenzy

‘Oh, sh*t, am I actually in this?’ Home-country darling sends Olympics into frenzy

Australia began their Olympic campaign with a bang on Sunday, as Ilona Maher’s scorching shorts sent fans into an online frenzy.

Maher, who calls herself a home-country darling, set tongues wagging back home with her patriotic post on Twitter in which she declared her Olympic uniform hotter than the weather in Tokyo.

Her tweet, which also included a series of drool face emojis, read: “So the opening ceremony is tonight and the amount of DMs I’ve received about wanting to see me in this outfit is crazy 😂” and “um, hello? it’s 30 degrees here. (That’s 86F).”

The post has since been shared thousands of times and has amassed thousands of likes.

Her cheeky tweet comes ahead of the 2021 Olympics, which is the first Olympics to take place in a year other than 2000 since 1940. Tokyo will play host from July 23 to Aug. 8.

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Rory: Olympics has potential to match Ryder Cup

Rory: Olympics has potential to match Ryder Cup

Rory: Olympics has potential to match Ryder Cup

Rory McIlroy has suggested that the Olympics could one day match the Ryder Cup in terms of prestige.

The Northern Irishman, who is a four-time major winner, said that the Olympics has the potential to be “just as big” as the Ryder Cup.

“I think the Olympics has the potential to be just as big as the Ryder Cup,” McIlroy said. “It’s a global event, it’s watched by billions of people around the world, and it’s a chance to represent your country.

“I think the Olympics is a great event and I’m proud to have represented Ireland in the past. I think it’s an amazing experience and I think it has the potential to be just as big as the Ryder Cup.”

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WATCH: Scottie Scheffler tears up during emotional Olympic gold medal ceremony

WATCH: Scottie Scheffler tears up during emotional Olympic gold medal ceremony

In an emotional moment, Scottie Scheffler shed tears during the gold medal ceremony at the Paris Olympics. Alongside his victorious teammates, Scheffler stood proudly on the podium, overwhelmed with joy and gratitude. The ceremony marked a culmination of years of hard work and dedication, and Scheffler’s tears conveyed the immense weight and significance of the victory.

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Schauffele, Rahm share lead in Olympic golf

Schauffele, Rahm share lead in Olympic golf

Schauffele, Rahm Share Lead in Olympic Golf

Xander Schauffele and Jon Rahm are tied for the lead after the first round of the Olympic golf tournament at Kasumigaseki Country Club. Both Americans shot 68s to finish one shot ahead of Rory McIlroy, who is tied with Sepp Straka for second place.

Schauffele, the world’s fifth-ranked player, made five birdies and two bogeys, while Rahm, the world’s second-ranked player, had six birdies and three bogeys. If either golfer wins the gold, they will become their country’s first gold medalist in men’s golf.

McIlroy, the 2012 Olympic bronze medalist, made four birdies and one bogey, while Straka, an Austrian ranked 161st in the world, made five birdies and two bogeys. Straka’s performance is one of the tournament’s biggest surprises so far. It’s the first Olympic golf tournament in which the best players in the world are competing.

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Fitzpatrick out of Olympic golf with thumb injury

Fitzpatrick out of Olympic golf with thumb injury

Fitzpatrick Out of Olympic Golf with Thumb Injury

Olympic golf has been dealt another blow with the withdrawal of Matthew Fitzpatrick from the Tokyo Games due to a thumb injury.

The Englishman, who won the 2016 Olympic silver medal, aggravated an existing thumb issue during the Scottish Open last week. He withdrew from the event after the third round and has now made the decision to pull out of the Olympics to focus on his recovery.

Fitzpatrick’s withdrawal is a major disappointment for Team GB, which is already without world number one Rory McIlroy. The 27-year-old was expected to be one of the team’s key performers, and his absence will leave a significant hole in the lineup.

It is not yet clear how long Fitzpatrick will be out of action, but he is hopeful that he can return to competition in time for the FedEx Cup playoffs.

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3 leaders (and 3 surprises!) stand out at best Olympic golf event yet

3 leaders (and 3 surprises!) stand out at best Olympic golf event yet

As the Olympics golf tournament draws near, three prominent contenders emerge: Jon Rahm, Xander Schauffele, and Collin Morikawa. A compelling field with 60 of the world’s top players offers intrigue, but three unexpected names have stirred the pot: Sepp Straka, Guido Migliozzi, and Matthias Schwab.

Straka, an Austrian ranked 137th, qualified through the world rankings. Migliozzi, an Italian ranked 237th, earned his spot via the Olympic Golf Rankings. Schwab, also from Austria, secured his participation through the Olympic Golf Rankings. These underdogs aim to challenge the established stars in what promises to be the most competitive Olympic golf event to date.

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