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Planet Golf News for Saturday, August 10, 2024
Women's final round at the Olympics has plenty of fairy-tale drama and high-profile heroines, Beau Hossler fires stunning 10-under 60 to hit front at PGA Tour's Wyndham Championship
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Saturday, August 10, 2024
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This weekend in golf is packed with excitement, with high stakes at both the Paris Olympics and the Wyndham Championship, among other tournaments. Let's dive into the key highlights.
The women’s golf competition at the 2024 Paris Olympics is reaching its climax, with Lydia Ko and Morgane Metraux tied at the top heading into the final round. Both are sitting at nine under par, with Ko chasing her first Olympic gold after already securing silver and bronze in past Games. However, Ko and Metraux are not alone in the race for gold. Rising star Rose Zhang is just two strokes behind, eager to add an Olympic medal to her already impressive career. Meanwhile, defending champion Nelly Korda is fighting to overcome her recent struggles and climb the leaderboard. The competition at Le Golf National has been intense, with unpredictable conditions adding to the drama. The final round promises a thrilling showdown, with numerous storylines unfolding as some of the world’s best female golfers battle it out for Olympic glory.
Over at the Wyndham Championship in Greensboro, North Carolina, Beau Hossler lit up the course with a sensational 10-under 60 in the rain-delayed first round. This performance has given him a two-stroke lead over Billy Horschel, who still has a couple of holes left to complete his round. Hossler's near-flawless round, highlighted by four birdies and an eagle in the first five holes, has set the stage for a dramatic weekend as players vie for FedEx Cup points and playoff positions. With Tropical Storm Debby causing delays, the tournament has had a bumpy start, but Hossler’s incredible play has provided a bright spot amidst the chaos.
In the Pacific Northwest, the PGA Tour Champions’ Boeing Classic is underway, with Ernie Els leading after a solid 7-under 65 in the first round. The "Big Easy" is closely followed by veterans Jim Furyk and Fred Couples, both at 6-under. Couples, returning after a long break due to back issues, showed he still has the magic, although he admitted his round could have been better with sharper putting.
The Pinnacle Bank Championship on the Korn Ferry Tour is also heating up, with John VanDerLaan and T.J. Vogel sharing the lead at 12-under after 36 holes. VanDerLaan is eager to improve on last year’s runner-up finish, while Vogel’s bogey-free 64 has him in strong contention as the weekend approaches.
As the golf world keeps its eyes on these tournaments, the storylines continue to develop, promising a weekend full of thrilling finishes and memorable moments. Whether it’s Olympic dreams being realized, FedEx Cup drama, or the pursuit of career-defining victories, this weekend’s golf action is not to be missed.
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Golf Tournaments happening this weekend
Paris Olympics - Women’s Golf
The women's golf tournament at the Paris 2024 Olympics is heading into its final round with a tightly contested leaderboard. Lydia Ko of New Zealand and Morgane Metraux of Switzerland are tied for the lead at 9-under-par after the third round. Both players have shown consistent performance, with Ko aiming to complete her Olympic medal set, having previously won silver and bronze in past Games.
Close behind the leaders are Rose Zhang of the United States and Miyu Yamashita of Japan, both at 7-under-par. Zhang made a significant move with a closing eagle on the 18th hole in the third round, positioning herself within striking distance of the top spot.
Atthaya Thitikul of Thailand is in fifth place at 6-under-par, while Mariajo Uribe of Colombia holds the sixth position at 5-under-par. Defending gold medalist Nelly Korda of the United States is tied for seventh at 4-under-par, alongside Celine Boutier of France and Xiyu Lin and Yin Ruoning of China.
The final round promises to be an exciting conclusion to the tournament, with several top golfers in contention for the medals.
Women’s Paris Olympics Videos
Wyndham Championship - PGA - Sedgefield CC - Greensboro, NC
The Wyndham Championship at Sedgefield Country Club in Greensboro, North Carolina, was significantly impacted by Tropical Storm Debby, resulting in the postponement of the first round from Thursday to Friday. Beau Hossler emerged as a standout performer, shooting an impressive 10-under 60 in the rain-delayed first round on Friday. Hossler's performance gave him a two-stroke lead over Billy Horschel. Hossler's round was highlighted by his strong mid-iron play, nearly achieving a sub-60 round but ultimately settling for pars on the last three holes. His score of 60 was just one stroke shy of the course record set by Brandt Snedeker in 2018.
Billy Horschel, who was unable to complete his round due to fading light, was trailing Hossler with two holes remaining. Other notable performances included Canadian Nick Taylor at 7 under with four holes left to play, and Matt Kuchar, who carded a 64 and needs a victory to qualify for the FedEx Cup playoffs.
Wyndham Championship Videos
Boeing Classic - PGA Tour Champions - TPC at Snoquaimie Ridge - Snoqualmie, WA
The 2024 Boeing Classic is currently underway at The Club at Snoqualmie Ridge in Snoqualmie, Washington. After the first round on Friday, the leaderboard is topped by Ernie Els, who shot an impressive 7-under 65. Els, the current Charles Schwab Cup leader, is followed closely by Jim Furyk and Fred Couples, both of whom are tied for second at 6-under 66. Defending champion Stephen Ames, who set a tournament record last year, is in contention but trails the leaders by a few strokes.
Boeing Classic Videos
Pinnacle Bank Championship by Woodhouse - Korn Ferry - The Club at Indian Creek - Omaha, NE
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