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Fitzpatrick stormed home with a record-equalling 66 to clinch the DP World Tour title, keeping his nerve as rivals slipped and sealing a dramatic win at the season-ending event.
Chris Whaley produced a heart-stopping moment-plucking his ball from the water with an alligator lurking nearby-and, unnerved but steady, saved par to avoid disaster during the tense final round
In a surreal twist on golf’s rules, a player’s ball landed on an alligator in a water hazard. Facing this unique dilemma, golfers must prioritize safety: avoid direct contact with wildlife and consult a referee for guidance on proper procedures.
Rory McIlroy found the water on the 18th hole at the BMW Championship on Friday, hitting his 3-wood shot into the hazard to the right of the fairway. It was a costly mistake for the Northern Irishman, who had been in contention for the lead. McIlroy eventually carded a 4-over 76, leaving him well down the leaderboard.
