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Amateur Jordan Smith stunned top pros by winning the Million Dollar One Point Slam at Rod Laver Arena, earning A$1 million after defeating Jannik Sinner, Amanda Anisimova and Pedro Martinez; fellow amateur Alec Reverente also shone, winning a car in a final between the top two amateurs which capped a night of upsets and entertainment.
Neal Shipley, the low amateur finisher at the Masters, reflected on his experience playing in the final round with Tiger Woods, expressing that he would have to win a Masters to top the experience. Shipley, a graduate student at Ohio State, made the cut as the only amateur and was paired with Woods for the final round. Despite some frustration in the third round, Shipley cherished the opportunity to play alongside Woods and is now looking forward to upcoming tournaments with newfound confidence in his game.
Amateur golfer Neal Shipley, 23, fulfilled a life goal by playing alongside Tiger Woods and beating him head-to-head on Sunday at the 2024 Masters. Shipley, a graduate student at Ohio State, secured the low amateur award and made the cut as the only amateur. Despite a challenging round, Shipley's Sunday stroll with Woods resulted in a solid performance, beating Woods by four strokes. Shipley's achievements have qualified him for the U.S. Open and set the stage for his future climb up the PGA Tour ladder.
Neal Shipley, the only amateur to make the cut at the 2024 Masters, claimed low amateur honors with a display of determination and skill. Despite a few setbacks during the tournament, Shipley's passion for golf and rigorous preparation paid off as he navigated the Augusta National course. With his childhood friend as his caddie, Shipley's family and friends rallied behind him, showcasing their unwavering support. His remarkable journey from discovering golf to competing at the Masters serves as an inspiration, regardless of the outcome, and highlights the power of perseverance and familial encouragement in achieving one's goals.
Amateur golfer Neal Shipley impresses at the 2024 Masters, having played over 150 holes at Augusta National in preparation for the tournament, exceeding the allotted five trips for amateurs. Shipley's familiarity with the course helped him secure a spot for the weekend rounds and earn praise from professional players, ultimately leading to him clinching the low-amateur honors at the prestigious event.
Nick Dunlap officially turned pro and accepted PGA TOUR membership, following his historic win at The American Express as the first amateur to win on TOUR in 33 years. His decision was preceded by an emotional team meeting with his Alabama golf teammates, where he expressed his desire to do the right thing and received overwhelming support. Despite turning pro, Dunlap remains committed to his Alabama family and plans to continue practicing with his teammates, keeping a small cursive "A" on his staff bag as a reminder of home.
After becoming the first amateur to win on the PGA Tour since 1991 at the American Express, 20-year-old Nick Dunlap has decided to turn pro and accept membership on the tour, making him the youngest player on tour. His victory grants him full-time PGA Tour membership through 2026, spots in lucrative signature-series events, and exemptions into major championships. Despite forfeiting the winner's purse and FedEx Cup points as an amateur, Dunlap is set to make his professional debut at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and has received overwhelming support from his family, teammates, and the University of Alabama.
Amateur golfer Nick Dunlap, who made history by winning The American Express tournament, has withdrawn from the upcoming Farmers Insurance Open to return home and be with family, friends, and teammates after his "life changing" victory. Despite the win, he is unable to claim the prize money due to his amateur status, but his success has qualified him to turn professional at any point and join the 2024 PGA Tour with automatic membership through the 2026 season.
Nick Dunlap, the amateur golfer who made history with a win at The American Express, has decided to withdraw from the upcoming Farmers Insurance Open to take some time off and be with his family, friends, and teammates in Alabama. Despite receiving a sponsor exemption and becoming automatically exempt as a tournament winner, Dunlap has chosen to prioritize rest and reflection after his life-changing victory. He has yet to determine when he will turn pro, but when he does, he will be exempt on the PGA TOUR through 2026.
20-year-old amateur golfer Nick Dunlap won The American Express tour, becoming the first amateur to win a PGA Tour event since 1991, but won't be able to collect the $1,512,000 prize due to his amateur status. The prize money will go to the runner-up, Christiaan Bezuidenhout. Despite this, Dunlap's historic win has drawn comparisons to Tiger Woods, and at 20 years and 29 days, he is now the youngest amateur to win on the PGA Tour since 1910.
20-year-old amateur Nick Dunlap wins The American Express title, becoming the first amateur to win a PGA Tour event since Phil Mickelson in 1991. He held off South Africa's Christiaan Bezuidenhout by one shot, finishing with a six-foot par putt on the last hole. Despite missing out on prize money due to his amateur status, Dunlap's victory marks a significant achievement in the world of golf, and he is now faced with the decision of whether to turn professional.
20-year-old amateur Nick Dunlap becomes the first amateur to win a PGA Tour event in 33 years at the American Express, finishing 29-under par and setting a tournament record. Despite a shaky final round, Dunlap held on for a one-shot victory, with tour veteran Sam Burns faltering in the closing holes. Dunlap's historic win will be remembered as he becomes the youngest winner on the PGA Tour since Jordan Spieth in 2013, and the first player to win after a sponsor’s exemption since 2021.
Nick Dunlap, a 20-year-old sophomore at the University of Alabama, made history by becoming the first amateur to win on the PGA Tour in 33 years at The American Express. With a final score of -29, he claimed victory in La Quinta, Calif., after a dramatic final round. His victory entitles him to entries in major tournaments and a two-year exemption onto the PGA Tour, presenting him with a significant career choice.
20-year-old amateur golfer Nick Dunlap wins The American Express, becoming the first amateur to win on the PGA Tour since 1991. He finished 29-under par, holding off Christiaan Bezuidenhout for a one-shot victory. Despite not receiving the $1.5 million first-place prize, Dunlap earns a two-year PGA Tour exemption and widespread praise from the golf community, including Phil Mickelson. His victory marks a historic achievement in golf and a promising future for the young talent.
Amateur golfer Christo Lamprecht shares the lead with Tommy Fleetwood and Emiliano Grillo after shooting a 5-under 66 in the opening round of the 151st Open Championship. Lamprecht, who qualified for the tournament by winning the British Amateur, is only the second amateur in the past 50 years to have a share of the co-lead after the first round. Standing at 6 feet 8 inches, Lamprecht is believed to be the tallest player to ever compete in The Open.