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Planet Golf News - February 19, 2024
Monday, February 19, 2024
THE LEADERBOARD
Good Morning,
Happy Monday golf enthusiasts! Let's dive into the latest whirlwind of events in the world of golf with some truly remarkable stories that have been making the rounds this past weekend.
First up, Hideki Matsuyama absolutely stole the show at the 2024 Genesis Invitational, breaking a 38-year-long Riviera record. He dazzled us with a final round score of 9 under 62, leaving the runner-ups trailing by 3 strokes. Not only did he bag a cool $4 million winner's cut, but this victory also marked his ninth on the PGA Tour, shooting him up to the third position on the 2024 FedEx Cup standings. Talk about making history!
Then, there's the rising star from LIV Golf, David Puig, who's been turning heads with his spectacular performance. Securing a spot in The Open Championship at Royal Troon wasn't enough; he had to do it with style by shooting back-to-back 9-under 62s at the IRS Prima Malaysian Open, racking up 18 birdies over 36 holes without a single bogey. This not only catapulted him into the top 150 in the Official World Golf Ranking but also spotlighted the impressive talent pool in LIV Golf.
As if that wasn't enough excitement, Rory McIlroy stepped up with a proposal for a global golf series, envisioning a 'Champions League' of golf. Despite the mixed feelings and the complex dynamics involving LIV Golf and the Public Investment Fund, McIlroy's idea hints at a future where the game could be more unified and global than ever before.
On a more speculative note, Tiger Woods' recent withdrawal from the Genesis Invitational sparked a flurry of conspiracy theories. Rumors are swirling that he might be considering retirement to focus on his new clothing line, Sun Day Red. While the reasons behind his withdrawal remain a topic of debate, it's clear that Woods' influence on the game remains as strong as ever.
Lastly, the Chubb Classic saw Stephen Ames declared the champion after inclement weather led to the cancellation of the final round. This marked his seventh PGA Tour Champions title, showcasing that golf is full of surprises, both in the game and due to the whims of Mother Nature.
From record-breaking performances and groundbreaking proposals to weather disruptions and swirling rumors, the golf world continues to keep us on the edge of our seats. Here's to more gripping stories, incredible shots, and the endless drama that makes golf the endlessly fascinating sport we all love. Cheers to the greens! [Michael Wolf]
TODAY’S TOP STORYLINES
LATEST TOURNAMENT NEWS: Genesis Invitational 2024
Top 10 Final
POS | PLAYER | TOTAL |
---|---|---|
1 | Hideki Matsuyama | -17 |
2 | Will Zalatoris | -14 |
2 | Luke List | -14 |
4 | Xander Schauffele | -13 |
4 | Adam Hadwin | -13 |
4 | Patrick Cantlay | -13 |
7 | Harris English | -12 |
8 | Tom Hoge | -11 |
9 | Jason Day | -9 |
10 | J.T. Poston | -8 |
10 | Sam Burns | -8 |
10 | Eric Cole | -8 |
10 | Tommy Fleetwood | -8 |
10 | Scottie Scheffler | -8 |
10 | Adam Svensson | -8 |
The latest:
Hideki Matsuyama won the 2024 Genesis Invitational Golf Tournament on Sunday. He made a historic comeback, shooting a 9-under 62 in the final round to finish at 17 under, securing a three-stroke victory over Will Zalatoris and Luke List. Matsuyama's performance marked the lowest final round in the history of the Riviera Country Club. This win made Matsuyama the most prolific PGA Tour winner from Asia. Patrick Cantlay, who had led after each round, finished in fourth place at 14 under.
Go deeper:
How 30 epic minutes (and a little chaos) decided the Genesis Invitational - golf.com
Matsuyama wins Genesis Invitational with final-round 62 - mainichi.jp
Hideki Matsuyama fires 62 to win Genesis, becomes Asia's most prolific Tour winner - nbcsports.com
Hideki Matsuyama, behind a 6-birdie closing nine, storms to Genesis win - golf.com
Hideki Matsuyama joins Hogan’s Heroes with historic Genesis Invitational scorching - sbnation.com
Will Zalatoris tears up at Genesis Invitational after losing family member - sbnation.com
Will Zalatoris details "hospital" trip that changed his game - sbnation.com
PGA Tour star left running to make first tee at Genesis Invitational - dailymail.co.uk
Rory McIlroy’s putting advice for Scottie Scheffler: ‘try a mallet’ - golfdigest.com
What did Rory McIlroy do to break ‘Golf etiquette’ at the Genesis Invitational? - sportskeeda.com
7 Perks Of Winning The Genesis Invitational - golfmonthly.com
Great playing Hideki! Just make sure you double check that scorecard… 🤷♂️
— Jordan Spieth (@JordanSpieth)
10:50 PM • Feb 18, 2024
LATEST TOURNAMENT NEWS: Chubb Classic 2024
Top 10 Final
POS | PLAYER | TOTAL |
---|---|---|
1 | Stephen Ames | -13 |
2 | Rocco Mediate | -10 |
T3 | Paul Broadhurst | -9 |
T3 | Mark Hensby | -9 |
T3 | Ernie Els | -9 |
T3 | Alex Cejka | -9 |
T7 | Steve Stricker | -8 |
T7 | Richard Green | -8 |
9 | Davis Love III | -7 |
T10 | Jerry Kelly | -6 |
T10 | Rod Pampling | -6 |
T10 | Charlie Wi | -6 |
T10 | Brian Gay | -6 |
T10 | Joe Durant | -6 |
The latest:
The final round of the Chubb Classic on the PGA Tour Champions, held in Naples, FL, was canceled Sunday due to inclement weather. As a result, Stephen Ames was declared the 2024 Chubb Classic champion, marking his seventh PGA Tour Champions title. This is only the second time in the tournament's 37-year history that the champion was decided in fewer than 54 holes. The cancellation was announced out of an abundance of caution due to overnight rains and worsening conditions.
Final round of Chubb Classic canceled due to weather - winknews.com
Stephen Ames wins 7th PGA Tour Champions title at weather-shortened Chubb Classic - golf.com
Stephen Ames wins Chubb Classic after final round canceled - reuters.com
John Daly injury requires "injections" amid PGA Tour Champions Chubb Classic WD - sbnation.com
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