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Tour Confidential: A surprising finish in Detroit, LIV Golf’s TV (and venue) future

With new events, storylines, and controversies emerging, the world of golf is constantly evolving. In our “Tour Confidential” series, we delve into the latest happenings, providing insider perspectives and analysis. This week, we examine the surprising conclusion to the Rocket Mortgage Classic in Detroit and explore the ongoing developments surrounding LIV Golf, including its television and venue prospects. Get ready for an in-depth look at the ever-changing landscape of professional golf.

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Pro airmails green (and bush!). Then his ball comes out of nowhere

Pro airmails green (and bush!). Then his ball comes out of nowhere

A pro golfer hit a miraculous shot that went over the green and into a bush, only for the ball to bounce out and land on the green. The incredible shot happened during the final round of the PGA Tour’s Travelers Championship. A video of the shot went viral on social media, with many golf fans calling it one of the luckiest shots they had ever seen.

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N. Korda bitten by dog, WDs from England event

N. Korda bitten by dog, WDs from England event

North Carolina, US – World No. 2 Nelly Korda has withdrawn from this week’s AIG Women’s Open after being bitten by a dog on Sunday.

Korda was at her rented home in Florida when the incident occurred. She shared on social media that she received stitches on her arm as a result of the bite.

“Unfortunately, I will have to withdraw from the AIG Women’s Open due to a dog bite that required stitches,” Korda posted on her social media.

The 23-year-old American was one of the favorites to win the major championship. She has won two LPGA Tour events this season and finished second at the U.S. Women’s Open.

Korda’s withdrawal is a major blow to the AIG Women’s Open. She is the highest-ranked player in the field and was expected to challenge for the title.

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Yin-Thitkul in 3-way tie atop Dow Championship

Atthaya Thitikul’s dominance continued at the Dow Great Lakes Bay Invitational with a low third-round 66 leaving her in a 3-way tie atop the leaderboard. Thitikul is joined by Xiyu Lin and Leona Maguire who also shot 66 and 67 respectively to finish at 15-under par. Behind the trio are 3 players in 4th place tied at 13-under. Thitikul and company will look to capture their maiden LPGA Tour title Sunday in front of a home crowd for Thitikul in Michigan.

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Six protesters storm 18th green, delay Travelers

Protesters Storm Green at Travelers Championship

Six protestors stormed the 18th green at the Travelers Championship on Sunday, delaying play for nearly 30 minutes. The protestors, who were carrying signs and chanting slogans, were quickly removed by security.

The incident occurred during the final round of the tournament, as players were preparing to tee off on the 18th hole. The protestors entered the green from the gallery and began chanting “Climate justice now!” and “No more fossil fuels!”

Tournament officials said the protestors were removed from the green without incident and that there were no arrests. The tournament resumed after a brief delay.

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Kim clings to 1-shot lead in delayed Travelers

Kim Clinging to 1-Shot Lead

CROMWELL, Conn. (AP) — First-round leader T. Kim clings to a slim lead at the Travelers Championship, weathering severe weather to preserve his 1-shot advantage.

Kim fired a 5-under 65 Friday to maintain his advantage, finishing the day at 14-under 126 through two rounds at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Conn.

World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler remains in contention, just one stroke back, thanks to a bogey-free 5-under 65. J.T. Poston (12-under 128) and Cameron Young (11-under 129) trail by three and four strokes, respectively.

The tournament has been disrupted by severe weather, forcing a suspension of play Friday afternoon. Third-round action is scheduled to begin Saturday.

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Scheffler bests Kim in playoff for 6th win of ’24

In a thrilling climax to the Travelers Championship, rising Korean star T. Kim succumbed to world number one Scottie Scheffler in a dramatic playoff to relinquish his overnight lead. Kim had scaled towering heights with nine birdies in the opening round, but it was Scheffler who prevailed, firing an eagle on the first extra hole to secure his sixth scintillating victory of the 2024 season. American J.T. Poston, who matched Scheffler’s 8-under 63 in the first round, fought valiantly but ultimately finished tied for second alongside Kim.

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Harrington achieves 3-peat in Champions event

Padraig Harrington has achieved a historic three-peat in the Champions event, becoming the first player to win the tournament in three consecutive years. The Irishman held off a strong challenge from Bernhard Langer and Miguel Ángel Jiménez to secure the victory, marking his ninth win on the PGA Tour Champions. Harrington’s consistency and impressive performance throughout the tournament showcased his exceptional skills and solidifies his position as one of the tour’s top players.

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Hatton up 3 at LIV Nashville after bogey-free 64

Tyrrell Hatton fired a flawless 8-under 64 to seize a three-stroke lead after the first round of the LIV Golf Invitational – Nashville on Friday. The Englishman, who won the opening event of the breakaway series in London in June, made eight birdies at the par-71, no-cut event at the堊TPC Southwind.

Hatton, 30, leads Chile’s Joaquin Niemann and American Talor Gooch, who both shot 67s.

Niemann, the highest-ranked player in the field at No. 19 in the world, played alongside Hatton and birdied three of his last four holes to stay in contention.

Gooch, one of 10 Americans in the 48-man field, is making his debut in the Saudi-backed series. He is one of several players who resigned this year from the PGA Tour.

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2 hospitalized as lightning hits tree at Travelers

Tragedy struck at the Travelers Championship on Thursday when lightning hit a tree near the 15th hole, hospitalizing two people.

Emergency responders rushed to the scene and transported the victims to a local hospital, where they are currently receiving medical attention.

The extent of their injuries is unknown at this time.

Play was suspended for nearly two hours due to the incident.

The Travelers Championship is one of the PGA Tour’s premier events, and this year’s tournament is being held at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut.

This unfortunate incident serves as a reminder of the dangers of lightning and the importance of seeking shelter during thunderstorms.

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