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From Spectator to Contender: U.S. Mid-Am Champ Faces Augusta National’s Ultimate Test

From Spectator to Contender: U.S. Mid-Am Champ Faces Augusta National’s Ultimate Test

LIV golfers now have a formal pathway into The Open, with organizers pinpointing events and criteria that will award spots at Royal Liverpool – a decision that has stirred debate over access and the changing landscape of tour qualification.

The U.S. Mid-Am champion returns to Augusta National in a familiar capacity, but competing there as a tournament entrant turns it into a high-stakes showdown against the course’s stern demands and an elite field

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Kim-Schaad Makes History with Second U.S. Mid-Amateur Triumph

Kim-Schaad Makes History with Second U.S. Mid-Amateur Triumph

LIV golfers have been handed a formal path into The Open – a new qualification route that lets players from the breakaway tour secure spots through designated events and criteria, igniting fresh debate among golf’s governing bodies.

Kim-Schaad claimed her second U.S. Mid-Amateur crown, outpacing rivals with calm, consistent golf and seasoned decision-making to reclaim the championship and cement her place among the top mid-amateur competitors

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‘I don’t want to play him’: At U.S. Mid-Amateur, potential for riveting match-up

‘I don’t want to play him’: At U.S. Mid-Amateur, potential for riveting match-up

LIV golfers have been given a qualification path to The Open through a new agreement, allowing members to earn spots via specified events and qualifying series, opening major access despite past exclusions.

At the U.S. Mid-Amateur, contenders face a potential blockbuster match-up as a top seed draws a feared opponent, prompting comments like ‘I don’t want to play him’ and spotlighting intense amateur drama.

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Evan Beck wins U.S. Mid-Amateur in dominant fashion, earns Masters invite

Evan Beck wins U.S. Mid-Amateur in dominant fashion, earns Masters invite

Evan Beck secured a dominant victory at the 2022 U.S. Mid-Amateur Championship, earning an invitation to the 2023 Masters Tournament. The Texas native showcased exceptional skills throughout the event, posting an impressive 5&4 victory over Patrick Christovich in the final match at Sankaty Head Golf Club. Beck’s triumph marks a culmination of consistent performances and steady play, as he continues to make waves in the amateur golf circuit.

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