All articles tagged with #davis riley
The golf world mourns the tragic passing of Grayson Murray, while Davis Riley wins the Charles Schwab Challenge despite being underestimated. Scottie Scheffler, who recently became a father and faced legal issues, finishes second and takes a much-needed break. Harry Higgs wins back-to-back Korn Ferry Tour events and delivers a heartfelt speech honoring Murray, urging kindness and empathy.
Davis Riley won his first PGA Tour title at the Charles Schwab Challenge and used his victory speech to pay tribute to fellow golfer Grayson Murray, who tragically took his own life during the event. Riley, who also faced personal challenges with his sister's health, expressed his condolences to Murray's family and highlighted the emotional weight of the weekend. The golf community, including players like Scottie Scheffler and Justin Rose, mourned Murray's loss and emphasized the importance of mental health awareness.
Davis Riley won the Charles Schwab Challenge, securing his first individual PGA Tour victory, despite personal challenges involving his sister's health. He finished five strokes ahead of Scottie Scheffler. The golf community also mourned the loss of Grayson Murray, who took his own life at age 30.
Davis Riley won the 78th Charles Schwab Challenge with a 14-under 266, earning $1.64 million, 500 FedExCup points, and several tournament exemptions. Riley, who was a longshot at +25000 pre-tournament, secured his second PGA TOUR victory by five strokes over Keegan Bradley and Scottie Scheffler.
Davis Riley won the Charles Schwab Challenge, securing his first individual PGA Tour victory with a final score of 14-under 266, five strokes ahead of Scottie Scheffler. Riley's win came after a challenging week, as his sister underwent successful surgery for a brain tumor. Despite the emotional strain, Riley's performance was strong, maintaining his lead throughout the final round. The victory earned him $1,638,000, a plaid jacket, and a restored 1975 Stingray car.
Davis Riley secured his first individual PGA Tour victory at the Charles Schwab Challenge, overcoming personal challenges after his sister's health scare. Riley finished at 14-under 266, five strokes ahead of Scottie Scheffler and Keegan Bradley. His win at Colonial earned him $1.638 million, a plaid jacket, and a restored 1975 Stingray car.
Davis Riley secured his second PGA Tour win at the Charles Schwab Challenge, finishing five shots ahead despite a final round of even-par 70. The event was marked by the tragic death of golfer Grayson Murray, who died by suicide on Saturday. The PGA Tour honored Murray by wearing red and black ribbons, his signature colors, during the final round.
Scottie Scheffler and Davis Riley, both 27 and former college golf rivals, will compete in the final group at the Charles Schwab Challenge. Scheffler, the world's top-ranked player, trails Riley by four shots. Despite their different career trajectories, their history includes a notable 2013 U.S. Junior Amateur Championship match. Riley seeks his first individual PGA TOUR win, while Scheffler aims to continue his dominant season.
Davis Riley won his first solo PGA Tour title at the 2024 Charles Schwab Challenge, finishing at 14 under par, five shots ahead of Scottie Scheffler and Keegan Bradley. Riley's even-par 70 in the final round at the challenging Colonial Country Club secured his victory over the world's top-ranked player, Scheffler, who finished tied for second. This win marks a significant milestone for Riley, who previously won a team event at the Zurich Classic.
World No.1 Scottie Scheffler paid tribute to Grayson Murray following his sudden death after withdrawing from the Charles Schwab Challenge. Scheffler surged to within four shots of leader Davis Riley, who is aiming for his first solo PGA Tour win. Riley leads into the final round with a four-shot advantage after a strong performance, while Scheffler closed the gap with a third-round 63. The golfing community mourns Murray's loss, with grief counselors available to players.
Davis Riley leads the 2024 Charles Schwab Challenge at 14 under par heading into the final round, with Scottie Scheffler trailing by four shots after an impressive 63 in Round 3. The event was overshadowed by the tragic death of golfer Grayson Murray. Riley aims to fend off Scheffler, who has been in exceptional form, for the title.
Davis Riley leads the Charles Schwab Challenge at 10 under after a bogey-free 6-under 64, despite a 70-minute weather delay. He is two strokes ahead of Hayden Buckley and Pierceson Coody. Riley's only PGA Tour win was the Zurich Classic team event last year. Other notable performances include Scottie Scheffler and Jordan Spieth, with Scheffler tied for 15th and Spieth tied for 15th after a second-round 67. Defending champion Emiliano Grillo made the cut at 2-over 142.
Rory McIlroy had a strong start at the Memorial Tournament, sitting at 3-under par through 17 holes. However, he collapsed on the 18th hole, ultimately finishing even par for the day after a triple-bogey seven. Davis Riley leads at 5-under after the first day, while Matt Wallace sits alone in second place at 4-under.
Nick Hardy and Davis Riley won the Zurich Classic of New Orleans, their first PGA TOUR victory, with a tournament-record 30-under 258. The duo earned $1.24 million and 400 FedExCup points each. Nick Taylor and Adam Hadwin finished second, while Wyndham Clark and Beau Hossler settled for third place. Defending champions Xander Schauffele and Patrick Cantlay finished in a share of fourth place.
The Valspar Championship is set to begin, and wind is expected to be a major factor. Davis Riley is a risky pick despite his strong debut last year, while Akshay Bhatia is worth considering due to his success in windy conditions. Pierceson Coody is poised for success, while Webb Simpson is a wild card. Maverick McNealy is not at 100%, and rookies like Taylor Montgomery may struggle on tougher courses. Aaron Rai, Callum Tarren, and Anders Albertson are also advised to take a break.