Planet Golf News for Friday, July 26, 2024

Billy Horschel (illness) WDs from 3M Open, Jacob Bridgeman leads, Mackenzie Hughes has hot putter in 3M Open

Friday, July 26, 2024

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Sahith Theegala believes the 3M Open is a "perfect storm" tournament for him

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Billy Horschel has withdrawn from the 3M Open due to illness, disappointing fans and event organizers. Adam Long steps in as his replacement. This development follows Horschel's recent strong performance at The Open Championship. Despite this setback, the 3M Open kicked off at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minnesota, with Jacob Bridgeman and Mackenzie Hughes leading the pack. Bridgeman, a standout rookie, shot a career-low round of 63 to take the lead at 8-under par. Hughes follows closely at 7-under, with notable players like Sahith Theegala and Tony Finau also in contention.

Over in the LPGA, the CPKC Women’s Open is underway at Earl Grey Golf Club in Calgary. Lauren Coughlin leads with a 4-under 68, battling through tough, windy conditions. Close behind her are Jennifer Kupcho, Ariya Jutanugarn, Minjee Lee, and Hannah Green, all at 3-under. Lydia Ko and Brooke Henderson are also making headlines, with Ko sitting at 2-under and Henderson at even par. The competition promises to heat up as the weekend progresses.

The Senior Open Championship presented by Rolex at Carnoustie Golf Links in Scotland sees Stephen Ames leading after the first round with a 4-under 68. He is followed closely by Richard Green, Paul Broadhurst, Peter Baker, and K.J. Choi. Despite slow play and challenging conditions, the tournament remains wide open with several seasoned players in contention.

Meanwhile, the LIV Golf event at JCB Golf and Country Club in England is set to begin, with John Catlin filling in for the injured Charles Howell III. The tournament features a hefty purse of $25 million, promising intense competition.

On the Korn Ferry Tour, the NV5 Invitational presented by Old National Bank at The Glen Club in Glenview, Illinois, has three players sharing the lead after the first round. Wil Bateman, Joe Weiler, and Sudarshan Yellamaraju each shot an 8-under 63, setting the stage for an exciting tournament.

Looking ahead, the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris will feature golf tournaments running from August 1 to 10. Nelly Korda, the gold medalist from the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, is aiming for another victory. Despite recent challenges, Korda remains focused on her preparations for Paris.

In other news, Jon Rahm is advocating for a links event to be added to the LIV Golf schedule to help players prepare for The Open, suggesting Ireland as a potential location. Michelle Wie West has opened up about the bullying she faced during her childhood stardom, highlighting the personal struggles behind her successful career. Bryson DeChambeau believes that Tiger Woods still has the potential to win another major, praising his influence and resilience in the sport.

Stay tuned for more updates and highlights as these tournaments progress, showcasing the best of golf from around the world.

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Golf Tournaments happening this week

3M Open - PGA - TPC Twin Cities - Blaine, MN

Following the first round of the 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minnesota, on Thursday, the current leaders are Jacob Bridgeman and Mackenzie Hughes. Bridgeman is leading the tournament at 8-under par, having finished his round with a birdie-birdie finish to card a career-low round of 63. This impressive performance marks him as a standout PGA Tour rookie.

Mackenzie Hughes is in second place at 7-under par, showcasing his skills with an exceptional opening round that included seven putts outside of 10 feet, highlighted by a remarkable 59-foot birdie on the par-3 13th hole.

In a tie for third place at 6-under par are Martin Trainer, Patrick Rodgers, and Andrew Novak. Noteworthy players in contention include Sahith Theegala, who is tied for sixth at 5-under par, and Tony Finau, just one stroke behind at 4-under.

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CPKC Women’s Open - LPGA - Earl Grey Golf Club - Calgary, AB

The 2024 CPKC Women's Open is currently underway at Earl Grey Golf Club in Calgary, Alberta. The tournament, which is part of the LPGA Tour, features a total purse of $2.6 million, with the winner set to take home $390,000. At the end of the first round, Lauren Coughlin leads the tournament after shooting a 4-under 68 in challenging, chilly, and windy conditions. Close behind her, just one stroke back, are Jennifer Kupcho, Ariya Jutanugarn, Minjee Lee, and Hannah Green. Notable performances include Lydia Ko, who shot a 70, and Canadian star Brooke Henderson, who finished her first round at even par with a score of 72. The competition continues with several top players yet to complete their first rounds, making for an exciting weekend ahead.

The CPKC Women’s Open Videos

LIV Golf United Kingdom - JCB Golf and Country Club - England, Great Britain

The tournament is scheduled tobegin today at the JCB Golf and Country Club in England, with a purse of $25,000,000.

Senior Open pres. by Rolex - PGA Tour - Carnoustie Golf Links - Carnousite, Scotland

On July 25, 2024, the first round of the Senior Open Championship presented by Rolex took place at Carnoustie Golf Links in Scotland. Stephen Ames emerged as the leader, shooting a four-under 68. Ames holds a narrow one-stroke lead over a quartet of golfers: Richard Green, Paul Broadhurst, Peter Baker, and K.J. Choi, each of whom finished with a score of 69. Scott Hend is in sixth place with a 70, while notable players such as Padraig Harrington, Retief Goosen, and Thomas Bjorn are tied at 71. Darren Clarke and Bernhard Langer posted scores of 74, and Vijay Singh struggled with a 78. John Daly withdrew from the tournament due to a knee injury sustained the previous week.

Ames expressed frustration with the slow pace of play but remained optimistic about the challenges ahead. Richard Green, who has had strong performances in senior majors this year, is confident yet modest about his chances. Thomas Bjorn, who was recently honored with an honorary life membership to the DP World Tour, managed a 71 despite dealing with thumb issues.

NV5 Invitational pres by Old National Bank - Korn Ferry - The Glen Club - Glenview, IL

Upcoming: Paris Olympics

The golf tournaments at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris are scheduled to run from 1 to 10 August at Le Golf National in Guyancourt, featuring a total of 120 players (60 per gender) across two medal events. The golf qualification pathway and format for Paris remain the same as the previous two editions with 60 players qualifying for each gender-based event over a four-day-long, 72-hole individual stroke play tournament. The men's event will play first on 1 August with the women's side scheduled to occur six days later.

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