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Planet Golf News for Saturday, October 19, 2024
Taylor Pendrith avoids biggest wind and stays in front in Las Vegas with a long day ahead | Rain suspends play in BMW Ladies Championship in South Korea with Green in the lead
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Saturday, October 19, 2024
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The 2024 Shriners Children’s Open is making headlines, but not exactly for the reasons the PGA Tour would like. Fans are frustrated after being banned from attending due to extreme weather in Las Vegas, where high winds caused havoc on the course and delayed play. The decision to keep spectators out was made for safety reasons, but many have criticized the tour’s handling of the situation, pointing to a broader issue with how these events are being managed, especially in the face of unpredictable weather. It’s not the first time the tour has faced scrutiny over event management, and with the stakes as high as they are, it’s clear that many fans feel their experiences are being overlooked.
The weather continued to wreak havoc as play resumed at TPC Summerlin. Gusts of up to 50 mph made scoring nearly impossible, with the course playing significantly tougher than it had earlier in the week. Taylor Pendrith, who dazzled with a 10-under 61 in the first round, managed to stay atop the leaderboard despite the challenging conditions. However, defending champion Tom Kim had a tougher time, likely missing the cut after finishing at 1-under. As the players return to complete their rounds, the unpredictable Vegas weather has made this tournament a true test of skill and adaptability.
Meanwhile, across the globe in South Korea, the 2024 BMW Ladies Championship has also been hit with its share of weather troubles. Heavy rain forced play to be suspended during the second round, with Australian Hannah Green holding onto a two-shot lead at 12-under par when the delay hit. Green’s performance has been impressive, but with players like Lydia Ko lurking just a few strokes behind, the competition remains tight. Fortunately, the forecast for the weekend looks much more promising, giving the field a chance to finish strong without further delays.
Retief Goosen is leading the charge in the Dominion Energy Charity Classic, the first event in the Charles Schwab Cup Playoffs. His solid first-round performance put him one stroke ahead of the pack. Goosen, a Hall of Famer, showed why he’s still a force on the PGA Tour Champions circuit with a brilliant birdie on the 18th to cap off his round. He’s no stranger to success at this event, and it will be exciting to see if he can carry this momentum through the weekend.
Over in Spain, Jorge Campillo is lighting up the Estrella Damm N.A. Andalucía Masters with back-to-back impressive rounds. Sitting at 15-under, Campillo has built a four-shot lead and looks poised to take home the trophy. Jon Rahm, who recently made waves over fines related to his LIV Golf involvement, is also in the mix. Currently tied for sixth, Rahm’s homecoming performance has added extra excitement to the event. With Rahm chasing down Campillo, this weekend’s action promises plenty of drama.
As the dust settles on this chaotic week in golf, it’s clear that weather has been the dominant storyline. From windstorms in Vegas to rain in Korea, the elements have tested players’ resolve across multiple tours. For fans and players alike, these conditions add an extra layer of unpredictability, but it also highlights the resilience and skill of the world’s top golfers.
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Shriners' start delayed 4 hours by high winds in Vegas
Shriners Children’s Open - PGA Tour - TPC Summerlin - Las Vegas, NV
The 2024 Shriners Children's Open at TPC Summerlin in Las Vegas has been dramatically affected by extreme weather conditions. On Friday, the second round was delayed by four hours due to high winds, with gusts reaching up to 50 mph. When play finally resumed, golfers faced challenging conditions that made scoring difficult.
Taylor Pendrith, who shot an impressive 10-under 61 in the first round, remains the leader at 10-under par. He was part of the afternoon wave that had their play suspended due to darkness and will resume this morning.
The windy conditions led to significantly higher scores compared to the opening round, with TPC Summerlin playing approximately 3.5 shots harder on Friday. Many players struggled to maintain their positions, while others managed to navigate the challenging conditions successfully.
Local Las Vegas residents and players familiar with the course had mixed results. Doug Ghim, who considers TPC Summerlin his home course, posted a solid round with six birdies against five bogeys. Kurt Kitayama, another Vegas resident, impressed with a bogey-free 68. UNLV graduate Harry Hall was even par through five holes when play was suspended.
Defending champion Tom Kim faced difficulties and finished at 1-under par, likely missing the cut. The exact cut line remains undetermined as half the field still needs to complete their second round.
As play resumes on Saturday, golfers will aim to complete the second round and establish the weekend field. The unpredictable weather has added an extra layer of complexity to the tournament, making it a true test of skill and adaptability for the PGA Tour professionals competing in Las Vegas.
Shriners Children’s Open Stories
Taylor Pendrith avoids biggest wind and stays in front in Las Vegas with a long day ahead - apnews.com
Wind-delayed day in Las Vegas leaves Taylor Pendrith still in lead - fieldlevelmedia.com
Wild winds make surviving the only goal Friday at Shriners Children’s Open - pgatour.com
Joel Dahmen WDs from Shriners after 4-stroke penalty - fieldlevelmedia.com
Shriners Children’s Open Videos
Rain suspends play in BMW Ladies Championship in South Korea with Green in the lead
BMW Ladies Championship - LPGA - Seowon Valley Country Club, Gyeonggi-do, Korea
The 2024 BMW Ladies Championship at Seowon Valley Country Club in Gyeonggi-do, Korea has been affected by heavy rainfall, causing significant disruption to the second round of play. On Friday, the tournament organizers were forced to suspend play at 1:05 p.m. local time due to the inclement weather, with no players able to complete their rounds.
Despite the weather challenges, Australian golfer Hannah Green has maintained her position at the top of the leaderboard. Green was at 12-under par through nine holes of her second round when play was halted, giving her a two-shot lead over her nearest competitor. South Africa's Ashleigh Buhai is currently in second place at 10-under par, also having completed nine holes of her second round.
The leaderboard sees a tight race for the third position, with several players tied at 8-under par. This group includes notable names such as Lydia Ko, Nanna Koerstz Madsen, Hye-Jin Choi, and Jenny Shin. Ko, in particular, has been making a strong move up the leaderboard, climbing eight places during her partial second round and playing bogey-free golf for 31 consecutive holes.
Tournament officials have announced that the second round will resume at 8:00 a.m. local time on Saturday (7:00 p.m. Friday Eastern Time). In an effort to keep the tournament on schedule, players will transition directly into the third round upon completion of their second round, without regrouping.
The BMW Ladies Championship features a strong field, including eight of the top ten players on the LPGA Tour and 17 of this season's 18 winners.
Weather forecasts for the remainder of the tournament are more promising, with no rain expected for Saturday and Sunday. This should allow for the completion of all four rounds, with the tournament scheduled to conclude on Sunday as planned.
The event continues to showcase top-tier women's golf, with players like Ruixin Liu making impressive moves up the leaderboard. Liu climbed 32 positions to reach a tie for seventh place before play was suspended, demonstrating the competitive nature of the tournament despite the weather-related challenges.
BMW Ladies Championship Stories
Hannah Green Alone at the Top Before Play Suspends for the Day at BMW Ladies Championship - lpga.com
Play suspended at BMW Ladies Championship, where Hannah Green leads and Lydia Ko lurks - uk.sports.yahoo.com
Ko still in hunt as play suspended at LPGA in South Korea - thenews.com.pk
So far so good for Hannah Green at BMW Ladies Championship - progolfnow.com
BMW Ladies Championship Videos
Retief Goosen leads Dominion Energy Charity Classic
Dominion Energy Charity - PGA Tour Champions - The Country Club of Virginia - Richmond, VA
The Dominion Energy Charity Classic, the first of three Charles Schwab Cup Playoffs events, is currently underway at The Country Club of Virginia in Richmond. After the first round, Retief Goosen has taken a one-stroke lead with an impressive 6-under 66. The World Golf Hall of Fame member started strong with three consecutive birdies and finished with a crucial birdie on the par-5 18th hole to break away from a six-way tie for the lead.
Goosen's performance was marked by accuracy, hitting 11 of 14 fairways and 15 of 18 greens in regulation. This is his fifth appearance in the tournament, with previous top-10 finishes in 2019 and 2020. The South African is seeking his second victory of the season, following his win at the Galleri Classic in March.
Trailing closely behind Goosen is a group of players tied for second at 5-under 67. This group includes Steve Flesch, who made an impressive turnaround from his previous performances in this event, carding four consecutive birdies during his round. PGA TOUR Champions rookie Heath Slocum also shares the second spot, marking his best 18-hole position on the tour so far.
Dominion Energy Charity Stories
Dominion Energy Charity Videos
Andalucia Masters: Jorge Campillo holds four-shot lead at midway point with Jon Rahm tied for sixth
Estrella Damm N.A. Andalucia Masters - DP World Tour - Real Club de Golf Sotogrande - Andalucia, Spain
The Estrella Damm N.A. Andalucía Masters is currently underway at the Real Club de Golf Sotogrande in Andalucía, Spain. After the second round, Spanish golfer Jorge Campillo has taken a commanding lead, sitting atop the leaderboard at 15 under par. Campillo's impressive performance includes a bogey-free second round of 65, following his opening 64. His stellar play was highlighted by a hole-out eagle from the 11th fairway, which set the tone for his dominant day.
Trailing Campillo by four shots is England's Dan Brown, who is in second place at 11 under par after rounds of 63 and 70. The leaderboard also features some notable names, including two-time major champion Jon Rahm. The Spanish star, who recently appealed against fines related to his LIV Golf participation to play in DP World Tour events, has made a significant move up the standings. Rahm shot a second-round 66 to climb into a tie for sixth place at 8 under par.
This tournament marks Rahm's fourth DP World Tour event of the season, which is crucial for maintaining his eligibility for next year's Ryder Cup. Other players in contention include Julien Guerrier of France, Scott Jamieson from Scotland, and Jordan L. Smith of England, all tied for third at 10 under par.
The event, now in its tenth edition, has attracted a strong field of European Tour winners and international talent. Players like Adrian Meronk, Rasmus Højgaard, and Matt Wallace are among those competing at the picturesque Real Club de Golf Sotogrande.
As the tournament progresses into the weekend, all eyes will be on Campillo to see if he can maintain his lead and secure his first European soil victory. Meanwhile, Rahm's presence adds extra excitement as he looks to make a charge up the leaderboard in front of his home crowd.
Estrella Damm N.A. Andalucia Masters Stories
Andalucia Masters: Jorge Campillo holds four-shot lead at midway point with Jon Rahm tied for sixth - skysports.com
Possible Jon Rahm, LIV Golf signee dominating Andalucía Masters at midway point - sbnation.com
WATCH: Angel Hidalgo sets up eagle with unique swing at 2024 Andalucia Masters - sportskeeda.com
DP World Tour pro makes hole-in-one, receives an insane amount of beer - Australian Golf Digest - australiangolfdigest.com.au
Estrella Damm N.A. Andalucia Masters Videos
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