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The final stage of the PGA Tour Q-School is underway at TPC Sawgrass, featuring 170 players vying for PGA Tour cards. The top five finishers will earn PGA Tour cards, while others in the top 40 will secure Korn Ferry Tour starts. Notable players include Hayden Springer, Sam Bennett, and comeback stories like Brett White and Shad Tuten. The event is being broadcast on the Golf Channel, with Takumi Kanaya as the betting favorite.
The PGA TOUR Q-School presented by Korn Ferry's Final Stage is underway in northeast Florida, where 171 golfers compete for a chance to earn a PGA TOUR card. The top five finishers and ties will secure membership for the upcoming season, while others aim for guaranteed starts on the Korn Ferry Tour. Notable players include Zach Bauchou, Sam Bennett, and Pierceson Coody, each with unique stories and aspirations. The event is a culmination of a months-long journey, offering a high-stakes opportunity for rising stars and seasoned pros alike.
15-year-old Miles Russell, who made history on the Korn Ferry Tour, will debut on the PGA Tour at the Rocket Mortgage Classic later this month. Russell, a high school freshman from Jacksonville Beach, Fla., accepted a sponsor exemption and aims to test his skills against top players. He previously became the youngest boy to earn player of the year recognition from the American Junior Golf Association, surpassing a record set by Tiger Woods.
Grayson Murray was honored with the final tee time at the Korn Ferry Tour's UNC Health Championship in an emotional tribute following his recent passing. Murray's family plans to launch a foundation to promote addiction awareness and mental health services. Murray, who had openly struggled with addiction and mental health issues, committed suicide last week. The golf community, including Rory McIlroy, expressed their condolences and emphasized the importance of mental health.
After winning his second consecutive playoff on the Korn Ferry Tour, Harry Higgs paid tribute to the late Grayson Murray by urging people to say something nice to both loved ones and strangers, emphasizing the importance of kindness and mental health awareness.
15-year-old Miles Russell becomes the youngest player to make the cut in a Korn Ferry Tour event, carding rounds of 68-66 at the LECOM Suncoast Classic and securing a spot in the weekend rounds. His impressive performance marks his PGA TOUR-sanctioned debut, showcasing his potential as a future pro golfer. With a strong junior record and a promising skill set, Russell's achievement highlights his talent and determination in the sport.
Players on the Korn Ferry Tour in Argentina are facing a mosquito invasion as the city of Buenos Aires and its surrounding areas grapple with multiple swarms of the flying insects. The upcoming 117 Visa Argentina Open at Olivos Golf Club may see a record amount of mosquito repellant used, with some players already reporting run-ins with the insects. Experts warn that the issue could persist for several weeks, especially if there is more rainfall, and government authorities are distributing free repellant to combat the spread of mosquito-borne diseases like Dengue, Zika, and Chikungunya.
Chilean golfer Cristobal Del Solar makes history by shooting a 13-under 57 at the Korn Ferry Tour’s Astara Golf Championship in Bogota, Colombia, setting a new record for the lowest-ever round at a PGA Tour-sanctioned event. The soggy course conditions and short layout contributed to his historic performance, which also tied for the lowest round in any professional tournament. Del Solar's remarkable round surpassed the previous Korn Ferry Tour record and tied the overall professional tournament record.
Cristobal Del Solar of Chile tied the world record for the lowest round in a PGA Tour-sanctioned event with a 13-under 57 at the Astara Golf Championship, benefiting from favorable conditions at the Bogota Country Club's Pacos course. The 30-year-old's flawless round included two eagles and matched the Korn Ferry Tour record, setting him four shots ahead despite the record-breaking performance.
Cristobal Del Solar shoots a record-breaking 57 in the opening round of the Korn Ferry Tour's Astara Golf Championship in Bogota, Colombia, carding nine birdies and two eagles on a course set up for low scores due to its short length and soft greens. The 30-year-old Chilean, who narrowly missed a 6-footer for a 56, now holds the lowest-ever score in a PGA Tour-sanctioned event, with a 13-under 57, and has a 4-stroke lead after the first round. Del Solar, aiming for a spot on the PGA Tour, remains focused on the remaining tournament rounds despite his historic achievement.
Cristobal del Solar, a 30-year-old golfer from Chile, made history by shooting a 13-under 57 in the first round of the Korn Ferry Tour’s Astara Golf Championship in Bogota, Colombia, tying the lowest professional tournament round ever and setting a new record for the lowest round in a PGA Tour-sanctioned event. Del Solar's remarkable round included nine birdies, two eagles, and no bogeys, and was achieved on a soggy course at an altitude of 8,600 feet. This exceptional performance has put him in contention for his first Korn Ferry Tour title.
Cristobal Del Solar made history by shooting a record-breaking 57 at the Astara Golf Championship on the Korn Ferry Tour, marking the lowest score ever at a PGA Tour-sanctioned event. The 30-year-old Chilean golfer's remarkable round included six birdies and an eagle on the front nine, followed by an eagle and two more birdies on the back nine. This achievement surpasses the previous record of 58 and comes amidst a week of notable low scores in professional golf.
Cristobal Del Solar makes history by shooting a 57, the lowest round ever in a PGA TOUR-sanctioned event, at the Country Club de Bogotá-Pacos in Bogota, Colombia. His remarkable performance included eight birdies and an eagle, setting a new standard in golf. Del Solar's achievement surpasses the previous records held by Jim Furyk and Stephan Jaeger, and he now aims to secure a tournament victory after this historic feat.
The PGA Tour is testing a "multi-event model" for the Korn Ferry Tour's broadcast rights by partnering with Barstool Sports to stream the NV5 Invitational live and subscription-free on Barstool.tv. PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan hopes this test will lead to more opportunities for fans to watch live coverage of the Korn Ferry Tour in the future. The arrangement raises questions about monetization and advertising, but Barstool aims to let the golf speak for itself and maintain the integrity of the sport.