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Slow-play penalty threatens pro’s PGA Tour card hopes

Slow-play penalty threatens pro’s PGA Tour card hopes

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open due to illness Wednesday, citing flu-like symptoms. Tournament officials confirmed his withdrawal and said his recovery timeline is uncertain.

A slow-play penalty cost a PGA Tour hopeful crucial strokes and now threatens his card status, tournament sources say. The ruling may drop him outside exemption spots as the season’s cutline tightens.

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Speeding Up the Game: PGA Tour’s Bold New Moves to Tackle Slow Play!

Speeding Up the Game: PGA Tour’s Bold New Moves to Tackle Slow Play!

In light of growing concerns over the sluggish pace of play on the PGA Tour, the organization is taking decisive action with a series of exciting changes designed to speed up rounds. One standout initiative introduces a new policy that will penalize players who rack up three slow-play penalties in a single season. Accumulating three penalties will result in a suspension from the Tour for a specified duration. This bold move is part of the Tour’s broader commitment to enhance accessibility and enjoyment for both fans and players alike.

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