Rose Zhang, the defending champion and winner of the Cognizant Founders Cup, has withdrawn from the Mizuho Americas Open due to illness. Zhang expressed disappointment and gratitude in a statement, and her next scheduled start is the U.S. Women's Open.

During the PGA Championship, ESPN inadvertently trolled golfer Brian Harman, known for his slow pace of play, by showing a video cutaway to a turtle right after he backed off from a putt. This is not the first time Harman has been mocked for his slow play, as he was previously trolled by NBC with a "waggle tracker" graphic. Despite his slow start in the tournament, Harman has the opportunity to improve his ranking throughout the weekend.

Tiger Woods stumbled in the opening round of the PGA Championship, three-putting the 8th and 9th greens to finish with a disappointing 1-over 72. Despite showing good scrambling ability, Woods struggled with his putting and expressed frustration with his performance on the last two holes. He acknowledged the need to adjust to the competitive flow and conditions of the course. Woods had previously visited Valhalla for practice and faced back issues during the Masters. He is scheduled to play in potentially poor weather conditions on Friday.

Cam Smith's tee shot found a creek at Valhalla during the PGA Championship, but he managed to find some magic by hitting his ball back into play from the water. Despite the challenging situation, Smith made an eventful par and finished the round within the top 10.

The 2024 PGA Championship had winners and losers on the first day. The ESPNBET broadcast received positive reviews for its hole-by-hole bets and entertaining analysis. Xander Schauffele set a PGA Championship scoring record, while Viktor Hovland showed promise with an opening 68. Jon Rahm had a strong comeback after a rough start, but Michael Block struggled and Joaquin Niemann and Phil Mickelson had disappointing performances.

Xander Schauffele ties the major record by shooting a nine-under 62 in the PGA Championship, taking an early three-shot lead. Scottie Scheffler also makes an impressive start, holing out for eagle on his first hole as a new father. Schauffele is aiming for his first major crown, while Scheffler is chasing his second consecutive major win..

Sahith Theegala, despite his success in golf, feels like an imposter among the best players in the sport. He acknowledges that he still has a long way to go and is focused on improving his game. Despite this, Theegala's strong performance at the PGA Championship puts him in a position to potentially have a life-altering weekend and truly test his abilities.

Scottie Scheffler starts the PGA Championship with a magnificent eagle, putting pressure on Xander Schauffele. Scheffler's strong performance, including a 4-under 67 round, puts him five strokes behind Schauffele. With recent tournament wins and consistent play, Scheffler has a chance to add another major championship to his record.

Despite struggling off the tee, Rory McIlroy looks poised to break his major drought at the 2024 PGA Championship. Despite hitting only seven fairways, McIlroy sits at 5 under, four strokes behind leader Xander Schauffele. McIlroy made up for his struggles with his short irons, knocking down flags and giving himself plenty of birdie opportunities. With his driver expected to improve over the next three rounds, McIlroy has a strong chance of winning his first major since 2014.

Utah native Tony Finau had a strong start at the 2024 PGA Championship, finishing the first round at six under par and tied for second place. Finau's performance put him in contention for his first major championship, with only Xander Schauffele ahead of him on the leaderboard.

Jon Rahm expressed frustration during the first round of the PGA Championship by spiking his club after a disappointing shot on the 16th hole. Despite a slow start, Rahm finished the round with a one-under-par 70, tied for 45th place.

Collin Morikawa made an impressive comeback in the first round of the PGA Championship, shooting a 5-under 66 after being 11 shots behind the leader. He made seven birdies, including three consecutive birdies twice, to finish tied for fifth place. Morikawa's strong performance gives him confidence for the rest of the tournament.

Defending champion Brooks Koepka leads the LIV Golf charge after day one of the PGA Championship with a solid 67 (-4). Koepka is one clear of fellow LIV players Cameron Smith, Bryson DeChambeau, and Martin Kaymer. Jon Rahm had a rough start but managed to post a miraculous 70 (-1). Half of the 16 players are under par after day one.

Viktor Hovland reunited with his old swing coach, Joe Mayo, at the 2024 PGA Championship and immediately saw results. Hovland had been struggling this season but carded a 3-under 68 in one of his best rounds of the year. This marked the first sub-69 round for Hovland since January, coincidentally when he did not have Mayo as his coach.

Rose Zhang has withdrawn from the LPGA's Mizuho Americas Open due to illness. Zhang, who recently won the Cognizant Founders Cup, withdrew after just three holes into her first round. Her next start will be at the U.S. Women's Open in two weeks.

So Mi Lee shoots a 6-under 66 to take a two-shot lead in the Mihuno Americas Open after the withdrawal of defending champion Rose Zhang due to illness. Lee's round included eight birdies and two bogeys, while other players like Mao Saigo and Gabriela Ruffels also performed well in the tournament.

South Korean rookie Lee So-mi took a two-shot lead at the LPGA Mizuho Americas Open after shooting a six-under-par 66 in the first round. Lee, who started as the second alternate, capitalized on the opportunity after two players withdrew due to illness. She overcame initial doubts and played a solid round, finishing ahead of a group of four players tied for second place. Defending champion Rose Zhang also withdrew after three holes due to illness.

Several withdrawals from the LPGA Tour's Mizuho Americas Open have raised concerns of a possible viral flu outbreak. Star players like Rose Zhang, Maja Stark, and Caroline Masson have cited a mystery illness as the reason for their withdrawals. The weather conditions, including rain and high-speed winds, further add to the challenges faced by the event.

Junior amateur golfer Mia Hammond was disqualified from the Mizuho Americas Open after signing an incorrect scorecard. The tournament features 24 amateurs from the American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) competing alongside LPGA Tour players. Hammond self-reported the infraction, resulting in her disqualification.

Jeff Overton and Griffin Wood share the lead after shooting matching bogey-free rounds of 64 at the AdventHealth Championship on the Korn Ferry Tour. Overton's 8-under 64 is his lowest score on the tour, while Wood earns his first 18-hole lead/co-lead in just his second Korn Ferry Tour start. Alistair Docherty sits one shot off the lead after a runner-up finish last week. The AdventHealth Championship is in its 14th year, and AdventHealth will remain the title sponsor through 2029.

Valhalla Golf Club, despite lacking the architectural prestige and coastal location favored by golf purists, has proven its ability to host major championships. The venue's ample space for infrastructure and spectator accommodation, as well as its capacity for high-scoring games, make it a suitable location for major events, regardless of its perceived architectural shortcomings. The club's design, by Jack Nicklaus, and its location in the Midwest, do not detract from its ability to host thrilling tournaments.

Jeremy Wells, a club pro at Cypress Lake Golf Club, had a strong start at the PGA Championship thanks to a clever practice-round tactic. Playing with Max Homa and Scottie Scheffler in a practice round, Wells gained valuable experience and nerves that helped him perform well in the tournament. He finished the morning session as the only club pro under par with a two-under 69. Wells emphasized the importance of preparation and learning from his previous PGA Championship experience.

The 2024 PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville may be the last at the club, as the PGA of America has not made a definitive commitment to return. While future PGA Championships are committed through 2031, the organization's new home course in Frisco, Texas has been awarded two future championships. The tournament at Valhalla has set records for ticket sales and hospitality, indicating strong community support. The club's new owners have made substantial improvements to the property and express confidence in bringing major golf events to Valhalla. However, the PGA of America has not announced any future plans beyond the committed years, and the linguistic gap between being considered and being committed has grown.

Justin Thomas describes how golfers are always disappointed with their scores, even after shooting a remarkable 62 like Xander Schauffele did at the PGA Championship. Thomas explains that golfers always feel like they left a few shots out there, no matter how well they played.

John Daly is allowed to ride in a golf cart at the PGA Championship due to his arthritis, permitted under the Americans with Disabilities Act. However, his caddie is not allowed to drive the cart and must carry Daly's clubs. This has been a constant for Daly at the major tournaments since 2019.

The golf Grand Slam is achieved by winning each of the Major championships at least once in a player's career. Only five male players and six female players have accomplished this rare feat. The concept of the Grand Slam has evolved over time, with four tournaments (US Amateur, US Open, British Amateur, and The Open Championship) being recognized as Majors in the early 20th century. In the modern era, the Masters and PGA Championship joined as the four Majors. Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods are among the male players who have completed the career Grand Slam, while Karrie Webb and other female players have achieved the same in women's golf. Several active players are close to completing the Grand Slam.

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