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Controversy Erupts as Star Amateur Penalized in Dramatic PGA Tour Twist

Controversy Erupts as Star Amateur Penalized in Dramatic PGA Tour Twist

LIV golfers have been given an official pathway into The Open, letting circuit players earn spots through designated events and ranking positions – a shake-up that alters who gains access to golf’s oldest major.

A standout amateur at a PGA Tour event was hit with an uncommon rules penalty, jeopardizing his position on the leaderboard and sparking heated debate over the ruling as officials conducted a tense review in the clubhouse

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Surprising rules gaffe leads to disqualification at Women’s British Open

Surprising rules gaffe leads to disqualification at Women’s British Open

A surprising rules infringement at the Women’s British Open led to the disqualification of South Korean player Hye-Jin Choi. Choi, who was tied for the lead after the first round, was penalized two strokes for playing the wrong ball on the 17th hole. The error occurred when Choi’s ball came to rest near a water hazard and she incorrectly played a provisional ball. When her original ball was found, she picked it up and played it, unaware that she had picked up the wrong ball. The penalty strokes proved costly, as Choi missed the cut by one stroke. The incident highlights the importance of players being aware of the rules and the consequences of violating them.

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