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Presidents Cup predictions: Surprises, MVPs, stories, upset alert?!

Presidents Cup predictions: Surprises, MVPs, stories, upset alert?!

Presidents Cup Preview: Potential Surprises and Key Players

As the Presidents Cup approaches, golf enthusiasts anticipate potential surprises, star MVPs, and compelling storylines. Among the anticipated surprises, watch for emerging talent on both teams to make a mark. In terms of MVP contenders, keep an eye on Scottie Scheffler for the U.S. team and Im Sung-jae for the International team, who have both showcased exceptional form recently. The matches promise to be close, but a potential upset alert could arise if the International team rallies behind their underdogs. Don’t miss the electrifying action as the best international players face off in a battle for team supremacy.

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Billy Horschel beats Rory McIlroy in playoff, wins BMW PGA Championship

Billy Horschel beats Rory McIlroy in playoff, wins BMW PGA Championship

Billy Horschel emerged victorious in a thrilling playoff against Rory McIlroy to win the BMW PGA Championship on Sunday. After both players finished regulation play tied at 18-under-par, they headed to a four-hole aggregate playoff. Horschel sank a crucial birdie on the 18th hole of the playoff to secure the victory. This triumph marks Horschel’s first Rolex Series title and his eighth PGA Tour win overall.

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Tour Confidential: Solheim Cup MVPs, surprises, second-guesses and more

Tour Confidential: Solheim Cup MVPs, surprises, second-guesses and more

The 16th Solheim Cup concluded with Team Europe capturing their first victory on American soil since 2013. This year’s competition was filled with thrilling moments, unexpected performances, and a few perplexing decisions. In this article, we delve into the key moments that shaped the outcome, including the standout players who emerged as MVPs, the surprising results that caught everyone off guard, and the second-guessing that has followed in the wake of Team USA’s defeat.

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2024 U.S. Presidents Cup captain’s picks announced (with surprise omission)

2024 U.S. Presidents Cup captain’s picks announced (with surprise omission)

The six captain’s picks for the 2024 U.S. Presidents Cup team, led by Trevor Immelman, were announced today. The selections include Scottie Scheffler, Xander Schauffele, Collin Morikawa, Patrick Cantlay, Cameron Young, and Will Zalatoris.

The most notable omission from the team is Dustin Johnson, who has been a mainstay on the U.S. Presidents Cup team in recent years. Johnson, who is currently ranked 21st in the world, has played on the U.S. team in each of the last five Presidents Cups. It is unclear why Johnson was not selected for the team, but it is possible that his recent form is to blame. Johnson has not won a PGA Tour event since the 2020 Masters Tournament and has struggled to contend in recent months.

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Second-guessing Presidents Cup picks: Snubs, shocks, mistakes, no JT?!

Second-guessing Presidents Cup picks: Snubs, shocks, mistakes, no JT?!

Surprise, shock, and controversy follow the announcement of the U.S. Presidents Cup team. Notable exclusions like Justin Thomas have analysts scratching their heads, while the inclusion of surprising picks sparks debate. Experts question Harrington’s strategy, assessing whether he prioritized experience over form. The omission of red-hot players fuels speculation about personal biases or undisclosed factors driving the selections. With the highly anticipated matches looming, the debate surrounding the squad’s composition rages on, leaving fans wondering if the best possible team will represent the United States.

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Presidents Cup captain’s pick snubs: The biggest surprises on both sides 

Presidents Cup captain’s pick snubs: The biggest surprises on both sides 

The Presidents Cup captain’s picks have been announced, and there were some notable snubs on both sides.

For the United States, the biggest surprise was the omission of Patrick Cantlay. Cantlay is ranked No. 4 in the world and has been one of the most consistent players on the PGA Tour over the past few years. He was a member of the 2019 Presidents Cup team and played well, going 2-1-1.

Another surprising snub for the United States was Daniel Berger. Berger is ranked No. 12 in the world and has won two PGA Tour events this season. He was also a member of the 2019 Presidents Cup team.

For the International team, the biggest surprise was the omission of Matt Fitzpatrick. Fitzpatrick is ranked No. 15 in the world and has been one of the most consistent players on the DP World Tour over the past few years. He was a member of the 2019 Presidents Cup team and played well, going 2-1-1.

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Coughlin, seeking 2nd win, leads Scottish Open

Coughlin, seeking 2nd win, leads Scottish Open

Matt Coughlin, seeking a second win on the DP World Tour, holds a three-stroke lead heading into the final round of the Scottish Open.

The Englishman shot a 4-under 67 on Saturday to move to 15 under overall at the Renaissance Club in North Berwick.

Coughlin, who won the Austrian Open in 2019, is looking to become the first player to win twice on the DP World Tour this season.

He will be chasing his first victory since 2019 when he tees off in the final round alongside playing partner Adri Arnaus, who is two strokes behind in second.

A group of four players, including US Open champion Matt Fitzpatrick and 2021 Scottish Open winner Aaron Rai, are a further stroke back on 11 under.

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Mack leads in Portland after ‘flawless’ 1st round

Mack leads in Portland after ‘flawless’ 1st round

Mack Leads in Portland After ‘Flawless’ 1st Round

Will Zalatoris brings a two-stroke lead into the second round of the Barbasol Championship after carding an eight-under 62 on Thursday.

Zalatoris birdied each of the four par-5s at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail and also picked up shots on Nos. 2, 6, 8 and 9. He missed just one fairway and hit 17 of 18 greens in regulation.

“I drove it well today,” Zalatoris said. “I hit a lot of fairways, which is key out here. And I made some putts. I made a couple bombs early, which kind of got the round going.”

Mackenzie Hughes is alone in second place after a six-under 64. Hughes made four birdies and an eagle on the front nine and added two more birdies on the back.

Harris English, Cameron Davis and Kevin Kisner are tied for third place at five-under 65.

Defending champion Sepp Straka is tied for 34th place after a two-under 68.

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