John Daly disappears into desert penalty area after bellyflop, compares it to an episode of 'Jackass' The golf world nearly lost John Daly on Sunday during the Cologuard Classic at Tucson’s La Paloma Country Club. The PGA Tour Champions star found himself in a precarious situation after losing his footing on a slope and executing a dramatic bellyflop that sent him sliding into a desert penalty area. The incident briefly sparked concern, as Daly vanished from view before being located safely. Daly shared a video of the mishap on social media, captioning it with a humorous nod to the reality TV series Jackass. In the clip, the two-time major champion loses his balance after a solid shot, tumbles headfirst down a hill, and disappears from sight. He later credited musician Joel Cooley for “sliding into save,” a playful reference to the act of rescuing him from the penalty area. Despite the mishap, Daly managed to recover and carded a 68 to finish tied for 29th in the event. The tournament was won by Steven Alker in a playoff over Padraig Harrington. While the incident added an unexpected twist to the competition, Daly remained in good spirits, joking about the situation and advising others to exercise caution in native areas. The episode highlighted the unpredictable nature of golf, where even seasoned professionals can find themselves in comically chaotic situations. Daly’s ability to laugh off the mishap underscored his enduring charisma, even as he navigated the challenges of the course.#john_daly #cologuard_classic #la_paloma_country_club #steven_alker #padraig_harrington
