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Stricker with stunning shot wins 1st title of 2024

Stricker with stunning shot wins 1st title of 2024

Steve Stricker claimed his first title of 2024 with a stunning shot on the final hole of the PGA Tour Champions’ Chubb Classic in Naples, Florida. The 56-year-old holed out from 128 yards for eagle on the par-4 18th, securing a one-stroke victory over Bernhard Langer. It was Stricker’s second Chubb Classic win and his 14th PGA Tour Champions title overall.

Stricker, who had been struggling with form in recent months, found his rhythm on the final day of the tournament. He shot a bogey-free 65 to finish on 14-under-par 202, one shot ahead of Langer (66) and two clear of third-placed Miguel Angel Jimenez (67). The win marked a significant comeback for Stricker, who had not won a tournament since the 2022 Regions Tradition.

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Kizzire ends drought with win in Fall opener

Kizzire ends drought with win in Fall opener

Webb Simpson held off a charging Corey Conners to win the 2023 RBC Canadian Open on Sunday, his first PGA Tour win since the 2020 Waste Management Phoenix Open. Simpson shot a final-round 69 to finish at 18-under 264, one stroke ahead of Conners, who shot a 66. It is Simpson’s seventh PGA Tour win. Conners was looking to become the first Canadian to win the national championship since Pat Fletcher in 1954.

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Patton Kizzire rolls at Procore Championship for first win in 6 years

Patton Kizzire rolls at Procore Championship for first win in 6 years

Patton Kizzire ended a six-year winless drought on Sunday after charging through a quality field at the Procore Championship in San Antonio, Texas. The 34-year-old American sank a birdie on the par-5 18th to card a four-under-par 66 for a one-stroke victory over compatriot Sepp Straka. Kizzire had not won since claiming his second PGA Tour title at the 2018 Sony Open in Hawaii.

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Despite shaky play, Kizzire widens lead at Procore

Despite shaky play, Kizzire widens lead at Procore

Despite consecutive rounds marred by mistakes, Tom Kizzire strengthened his lead at the Charles Schwab Challenge on Saturday, carding a one-under 70 at the Colonial Country Club. Despite finding the water four times throughout his round, driving inaccuracies, and putting woes, Kizzire leads the field by three strokes.

He ended the day on 12-under 200 and sits three ahead of Troy Merritt who shot a 69. World Number One Scottie Scheffler remains in contention following a 66 that placed him four off the pace. However, winds gusting up to 40 mph are expected on Sunday which will test the field’s mettle.

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This Solheim Cup moment has PGA Tour players buzzing | Rogers Report

This Solheim Cup moment has PGA Tour players buzzing | Rogers Report

The Solheim Cup, the biennial women’s golf tournament between Europe and the United States, concluded with a historic finish that has captured the attention of PGA Tour players. During the final singles match, Suzann Pettersen of Europe holed a dramatic putt on the 18th green to secure the victory for Team Europe.

The moment sent shockwaves through the golf world, and PGA Tour players took to social media to express their awe and admiration. Rory McIlroy, a four-time major champion, tweeted, “What a finish!!! Congrats to Team Europe.”

Dustin Johnson, the world’s No. 1 golfer, praised Pettersen’s “incredible putt.” Brooks Koepka, another major winner, said, “The Solheim Cup is always an amazing event, but this finish was on another level.”

The Solheim Cup victory has sparked discussion among PGA Tour players about the importance of women’s golf and the need to continue growing the game at all levels.

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An hour from home, Rory McIlroy closes in on the win of a lifetime

An hour from home, Rory McIlroy closes in on the win of a lifetime

Rory McIlroy is on the cusp of a career-defining victory at The Open Championship. The Northern Irishman is one hour away from claiming the Claret Jug and completing the career Grand Slam at Royal Liverpool.

McIlroy birdied the 10th and 12th holes to move one shot clear of Viktor Hovland and give himself a three-shot cushion over overnight leader Cameron Young.

The 33-year-old is playing in his 16th Open Championship, but this would be his first victory in the tournament. A win would make him just the sixth player to win all four majors in his career and the first since Tiger Woods in 2000.

McIlroy is aiming to become only the third player to win the Open and the PGA Championship in the same year, after James Braid in 1905 and Padraig Harrington in 2008.

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How to bridge PGA Tour, LIV divide? Padraig Harrington has clever solution 

How to bridge PGA Tour, LIV divide? Padraig Harrington has clever solution 

Padraig Harrington, a three-time major winner from Ireland, has proposed a solution to the divide between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf. His plan involves creating a new tournament series that would feature players from both tours and be sanctioned by the Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR).

Harrington believes the new series would give players from both sides an opportunity to compete against each other and earn world ranking points. He also thinks it would help to heal the rift between the two tours.

“I think it’s a great idea,” Harrington said. “It would give the players from both tours a chance to play against each other without having to choose sides.”

The PGA Tour and LIV Golf are yet to comment on Harrington’s proposal.

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Nelly Korda’s eagle dance, Solheim magic you missed | Rogers Report

Nelly Korda’s eagle dance, Solheim magic you missed | Rogers Report

In the aftermath of Team USA’s Solheim Cup triumph, Nelly Korda took to the stage at the Gala Dinner to share her thoughts on the tournament and her recent success. The reigning Olympic champion also delivered an unforgettable performance: an impromptu eagle dance that captivated the audience.

Korda’s spontaneous dance became an instant social media sensation, showcasing her infectious spirit and love for the game. The moment symbolized the camaraderie and celebration that permeated the Solheim Cup Gala, a night to honor the achievements of both teams and celebrate the sport of golf.

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Lipsky takes 1-shot Procore Championship lead

Lipsky takes 1-shot Procore Championship lead

Lipsky grabs 1-shot lead in Procore Championship

SAN ANTONIO, Texas (AP) — Sam Lipsky birdied four of the last seven holes Friday to take a one-stroke lead in the suspended second round of the Korn Ferry Tour’s TPC San Antonio Championship.

Lipsky, who missed the cut in 11 of his first 15 starts this season, shot a 6-under 66 at TPC San Antonio’s Oaks Course. He finished at 10-under 134, one ahead of Brandon Wu and Peter Malnati.

Wu birdied five of the first seven holes in a 67, while Malnati had a 68. Scott Langley was two strokes back at 136 after a 69.

Second-round play at the event was suspended because of darkness. The round will resume Saturday morning, followed by the third round.

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