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Planet Golf News for Saturday, March 16, 2024
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Saturday, March 16, 2024
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Today’s Top Tour Stories from Planet Golf News
Good Morning,
In the vibrant world of golf, the 2024 Players Championship has been nothing short of spectacular, with Wyndham Clark taking the tournament by storm on Friday. After two rounds at the iconic TPC Sawgrass, Clark's mastery has left him four strokes clear at the summit, amassing a stunning 14 under par, courtesy of back-to-back 65s. His remarkable feat of hitting at least 15 greens in regulation across both rounds while gaining at least three strokes on the greens each day has set him apart, a rare achievement previously only matched by Sergio Garcia in his illustrious career. Amidst his brilliance, world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler's resilience shines through, contending at 8 under despite a neck injury that could've sidelined many. Xander Schauffele remains Clark's nearest challenger, lurking four shots behind, while Rory McIlroy has stumbled to 6 under, largely due to errant tee shots. The tournament's dramatics don't end there, with notable exits including Justin Thomas and Jordan Spieth, who both missed the cut, adding to the event's unpredictability.
Across the globe in Macau, the Asian Tour International Series is unfolding with its own set of intriguing narratives. Spaniard David Puig and South Africa's Jbe Kruger have dazzled, sharing the lead at 11 under halfway through, setting the stage for an enthralling weekend. Their performances have overshadowed the struggles of Li Haotong and the unexpected exit of Anthony Kim and four other LIV Golf stars, who failed to make the weekend cut.
Meanwhile, at the IOA Golf Classic on the Epson Tour, darkness could only delay the revelation of Cydney Clanton as the leader after the first day. Clanton, with a 6-under 66, has positioned herself just ahead of Lindsey McCurdy and Dewi Weber in a tight leaderboard. Adding to the tournament's highlights, Amelia Garvey's ace, her second in three weeks, was a moment of brilliance in an otherwise challenging round for her.
Amidst the competition, secret meetings hint at a brewing collaboration or confrontation between the PGA Tour and Saudi investors, potentially reshaping the future landscape of professional golf. Tiger Woods' absence from the Valspar Championship stirs reflections on his storied career and the uncertainty of his competitive future as the Masters looms.
The golf world also buzzes with discussions beyond the fairways and greens—Jack Nicklaus' optimism about the PGA Tour's resilience in the face of the LIV Golf challenge, Roger Maltbie's heartfelt sign-off, and the growing impact of technology in women's golf spotlight the dynamic and evolving nature of the sport. Whether it's the strategic adjustments at TPC Sawgrass or the latest gear hitting the pro shops, the conversation around golf is as diverse as it is engaging. [Michael Wolf]
1 2024 Players Championship
Recap: Friday at the 2024 Players Championship, Wyndham Clark continued his impressive performance by extending his lead to four strokes after Round 2 at TPC Sawgrass. Clark, who is currently at 14 under, has been dominating the tournament with strong play, shooting a second consecutive 65 to firmly control the championship. Notably, world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler injured his neck early in the second round but remains in contention at 8 under. Xander Schauffele is Clark's closest pursuer at 10 under after a solid second round, while Rory McIlroy dropped to 6 under due to wayward tee shots. The tournament features a competitive field with major champions like Brian Harman and Matt Fitzpatrick also in the top 10. Overall, Wyndham Clark's exceptional performance and the intense competition among top players have been the highlights of today's action at the Players Championship.
Wyndham Clark Takes Control Of Players Championship After Superb Second Round
Friday's golf: Wyndham Clark one shot short of 36-hole record at TPC Sawgrass
Players Championship: Wyndham Clark leads with Matt Fitzpatrick and Rory McIlroy in contention
Motivated by Scottie Scheffler, Wyndham Clark dominating at The Players
Friday's golf: Wyndham Clark one shot short of 36-hole record at TPC Sawgrass
THE PLAYERS Championship: Round 2 Cancelled as PGA Tour’s Recurring Enemy Halts Gameplay
Scottie Scheffler @Players Championship
Scottie Scheffler Neck Injury: Golf Star Shines Despite Pain
WATCH: Scottie Scheffler takes an unusual golf swing at The Players Championship
The Players: Scottie Scheffler struggles with neck injury but stays in contention at TPC Sawgrass
Scottie Scheffler hurt his neck. What happened next proves that he's now golf's big star
Scottie Scheffler Neck Injury: Golf Star Shines Despite Pain
Min Woo Lee @Players Championship
Rory Mcilroy @Players Championship
Sahith Theegala @Players Championship
Matti Schmid @Players Championship
Matt Fitzpatrick @Players Championship
Keith Mitchell @Players Championship
Xander Schauffele @Players Championship
Collin Morikawa @Players Championship
Video Roundup @Players Championship
2 The Asian Tour International Series in Macau
Recap: Friday at the Asian Tour International Series in Macau, David Puig from Spain and Jbe Kruger from South Africa took the lead by shooting 64 and 63 respectively, moving to 11 under at the halfway stage, just one stroke ahead of the competition. They are closely followed by players like Bjorn Hellgren, Mito Pereira, Carlos Ortiz, Yuta Sugiura, and Pat Perez. Li Haotong, who was the overnight leader, had a challenging day and dropped back to five-under for the tournament after finishing with a two-over 72. Other notable performances include Matthew Cheung moving to seven under and Anthony Kim, along with four other LIV Golf stars, missing the cut at the event.
3 IOA Golf Classic | Epson Tour
Recap: Friday, the first round of the IOA Golf Classic presented by LPT Realty was suspended due to darkness. However, the starting times of the second round will not be affected. Cydney Clanton leads the tournament with a score of 6-under 66, followed by Lindsey McCurdy and Dewi Weber, who are one shot behind. Amelia Garvey made an impressive hole-in-one on the 129-yard, No. 2 using her pitching wedge during the first round, but she finished the round 4-over. The tournament is being played at Alaqua Country Club, which is known for its tight, tree-lined course offering plenty of risk-reward shots.
4 Secret Meetings
5 All Things Tiger
6 LIV vs. PGA
7 Boob Tube
8 Women’s Golf
9 On the Course
10 @ the ProShop
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