Kind of without my driver: Alex Fitzpatrick overcomes bag problems to top 10 at Memorial Alex Fitzpatrick managed to finish in the top 10 at the Memorial Tournament despite losing his primary driver for over 54 holes. The golfer’s driver broke during the tournament, forcing him to rely on a backup shaft and multiple 3-woods. Fitzpatrick posted a 7-under 65 in the final round, securing his third top-10 finish in four PGA Tour starts since winning the Zurich Classic alongside his brother, Matt Fitzpatrick, on April 26. His results included a T-9 at Doral’s Blue Monster, a solo fourth at Quail Hollow, and a T-6 at Muirfield Village. The issue began at the 13th hole on Thursday when Fitzpatrick’s driver snapped in his bag. “I’ve been playing kind of without my driver since the 13th hole on Thursday,” he said. “My driver broke literally in the bag. Just kind of the shaft just snapped. So I had one, like, a backup, but it doesn’t feel anything like the same.” Despite the setback, he maintained a strong performance, finishing at 8 under par. He admitted he didn’t feel like he had a chance to win but emphasized his focus on executing shots. Fitzpatrick also revealed he carries a backup driver head instead of a full shaft to avoid excess baggage fees during travel. “For when I travel so I don’t get charged excess baggage,” he joked. “But that’s because I’m from Yorkshire. But yeah, I had a backup one sent to me and it just didn’t feel the same, and at that point it was too late, so I just had to use what I had.” The tournament marked another strong showing in a series of signature events. Fitzpatrick missed the playoff between J.T. Poston and Ryan Gerard by four shots. His next events include the RBC Canadian Open, the U.S. Open at Shinnecock, and the Travelers Championship.#matt_fitzpatrick #alex_fitzpatrick #memorial_tournament #zurich_classic #rbc_canadian_open
Justin Thomas Left Stunned by PGA Tour Pro's 7-Under Round Justin Thomas survived the second round of the Memorial Tournament on Friday by making a par on the final hole, then immediately turned to social media to express his amazement at J.T. Poston’s record-breaking performance on the same golf course. The two-time major champion described Poston’s 7-under 65 as the most difficult round he had ever played on the PGA Tour, while Poston’s feat left the entire field in his wake. Thomas, who finished the day at 3 over par to make the cut exactly on the 5-over line, posted on X, calling Poston’s round “the most difficult round I’ve played on tour.” He admitted he struggled to find words to describe the magnitude of Poston’s achievement, writing, “I’m out there trying to figure out where and how I can make ONE birdie, let alone shooting -7! Today was probably the most difficult round I've played on tour.” Poston’s 65 was four shots better than any other player in the field, with the 28-year-old shooting six birdies on the front nine and adding two more on the back nine to finish at 9 under par. He finished one shot ahead of Ryan Gerard, securing a commanding lead. Poston responded to Thomas’s post by complimenting his final-hole par, which secured his survival. The Memorial Tournament, held at Muirfield Village in Ohio, is hosted by 18-time major champion Jack Nicklaus. Thomas, who played alongside Rory McIlroy, came into Friday at 2 over after a challenging first round. Three additional bogeys on the front nine in the second round put him in danger of missing the cut. A birdie on the 15th hole was followed by a bogey on 17, leaving him needing a par on the par-4 18th to stay in contention.#justin_thomas #jack_nicklaus #memorial_tournament #jt_poston #muirfield_village
Jordan Spieth Gives Signed Glove to Fan Hit by Errant Shot at the Masters The Masters tournament, one of golf’s most iconic events, returned to Augusta National Golf Club for its 90th edition this year, drawing global attention to the course’s historic traditions and the unpredictable nature of the competition. Jordan Spieth, a three-time major champion, made a notable appearance at the event, marking his return to the course since his last major victory in 2017. The second round of the tournament unfolded on Friday, with Spieth navigating the challenging layout of Augusta National, where the pressure of competing for the green jacket loomed large. Spieth’s performance in the second round was marked by a mix of precision and resilience. After starting the day at even par following the first 14 holes, he birdied his first hole of the day, setting a positive tone. However, the round took an unexpected turn when an errant shot during his play on the eighth hole struck a spectator. The ball, which had veered deep left and appeared destined for the trees, ricocheted back into the fairway, narrowly missing a group of fans. The incident, which was captured on camera, sparked immediate reactions from commentators and fans alike. The shot, which the commentator described as a “bounce” that “hit that patron’s hand,” raised questions about the safety of the course and the risks inherent in professional golf. Spieth, known for his bold shot-making and creative approach to the game, quickly assessed the situation. Prior to continuing his round, he made a point to check on the affected patron, demonstrating his sportsmanship and concern for the well-being of the spectators.#jordan_spieth #masters_tournament #augusta_national_golf_club #memorial_tournament #cj_cup_byron_nelson
