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Burmester cards 66, up 1 at LIV Golf Andalucía
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Burmester cards 66, up 1 at LIV Golf Andalucía

South African star Erik van Rooyen sits in a tie for third at the LIV Golf Andalucía after the first round on Friday. Van Rooyen carded a 4-under 68 at Club de Campo Valderrama, putting him three shots behind 54-hole leader Hennie du Plessis.

A large contingent of South African golfers is in the field this week, with eight players teeing it up in the 48-man field.

Wilco Nienaber is tied for 14th at 2-under, two shots ahead of countrymen Louis Oosthuizen, Branden Grace and Charl Schwartzel, who are tied for 23rd at even par.

Justin Harding and Shaun Norris are tied for 34th at 1-over, while Dean Burmester is tied for 42nd at 2-over after a disappointing opening round.

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Pro has earned 2 checks since April. But Thursday, he historically couldn’t miss
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Pro has earned 2 checks since April. But Thursday, he historically couldn’t miss

Pro Hits Historic Shot at U.S. Senior Open

OMAHA, Neb. — Professional golfer Marco Dawson shot 65’s on Thursday and Friday, playing 36 holes with just 26 putts. Dawson made history by hitting the green from 161 yards out on a par-3 on the eighth hole — acing his shot. He then proceeded to ace the following par-3 ninth hole from 153 yards out as well, becoming the first person in the history of the tournament to ace two consecutive holes.

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A golf major hosted at a bowling alley? Why Sahalee has pros going wild
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A golf major hosted at a bowling alley? Why Sahalee has pros going wild

PGA Tour faces declining popularity amid Scheffler’s scandal. To recapture audience, the tour must innovate. Events should feature more exciting and unpredictable courses, alternative formats like match play and skins games, and amplified player personalities. By increasing engagement and relatability, the PGA Tour can attract fans and sponsors. Read more at: https://golflessonschannel.com/scheffler-schauffele-bryson-and-bourbon-50-observations-from-the-pga/

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PGA Tour creates special exemption for Tiger alone
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PGA Tour creates special exemption for Tiger alone

PGA Tour Grants Tiger Special Exemption

In an unprecedented move, the PGA Tour has created a special exemption for Tiger Woods, allowing him to play in as many events as he chooses in 2023. The decision was made due to Woods’ remarkable impact on golf and the game’s growth over the past two decades.

The PGA Tour’s decision reflects its recognition of Woods’ unique status as an icon of the sport who continues to inspire fans and fellow players alike. Despite his recent injury setbacks, Woods remains a formidable competitor, as evidenced by his impressive performance at the Genesis Invitational earlier this year.

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Hataoka disqualified from ShopRite LPGA Classic
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Hataoka disqualified from ShopRite LPGA Classic

**Hataoka Disqualified from ShopRite LPGA Classic**

Mone Inami won the ShopRite LPGA Classic on Sunday after Nasa Hataoka was disqualified from the tournament. Hataoka was assessed a two-stroke penalty for grounding her club in a bunker during the final round and was subsequently disqualified.

Hataoka, who was leading the tournament by one stroke at the time of the penalty, was distraught after being disqualified. She said she was not aware that she had grounded her club in the bunker and that she would have taken a penalty if she had known.

“I’m so disappointed,” Hataoka said. “I didn’t mean to do it. I just wanted to win so badly.”

Inami, who shot a final-round 68, is relieved to win the tournament.

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Pro reveals fineable offenses on PGA Tour, from slow play to divot negligence
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Pro reveals fineable offenses on PGA Tour, from slow play to divot negligence

Pro reveals fineable offenses on PGA Tour, including slow play and divoting negligence.

Pro golfer Brandel Chamblee highlighted a litany of on-course habits by players that can result in hefty fines and penalties on the PGA Tour, ranging from the dubious to the downright bizarre. In his latest show for Golf Channel, Chamblee insisted the PGA Tour is cracking down on poor conduct, and it includes slow play, which can incur a $5,000 fine. Damaging putting greens, whether leaving spike marks or carelessly replacing divots, can also lead to big bucks being deducted from a player’s hefty earnings.

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Hadwin leads Memorial after 66; Scheffler 1 back
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Hadwin leads Memorial after 66; Scheffler 1 back

Adam Hadwin shot a 6-under 66 to take a one-stroke lead after the first round of the 2024 Memorial Tournament. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler is one stroke back after a 67. Hadwin made six birdies and no bogeys on Thursday, while Scheffler had five birdies and one bogey. Defending champion Billy Horschel is two strokes back after a 68.

The tournament is being played at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio. The purse is $12 million, with the winner receiving $2.16 million.

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Tour Confidential: Women’s Open surprises, Bob Mac’s win with Dad
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Tour Confidential: Women’s Open surprises, Bob Mac’s win with Dad

Matt Wallace and his father, Ian, made history at the Afrasia Bank Mauritius Open by winning the European Tour title. This heartwarming story highlights the special bond between father and son in the world of professional golf. Bob MacIntyre, another golfer, also recently achieved a significant victory with his father, Gordon, as his caddie. The duo’s triumph at the Scottish Open is the latest example of a trend towards fathers playing a more active role in their children’s golfing careers.

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