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golf20 days ago•11 min saved

McNealy, Matsuyama and Hisatsune share the 12-under lead as Round 3 heats up at WM Phoenix Open

Round 3 at the WM Phoenix Open is tightening up with Maverick McNealy catching fire to join Hideki Matsuyama and Ryo Hisatsune at 12 under; Si Woo Kim also bursts into the mix at 11 under after a red-hot start, while Viktor Hovland shoots 65 to sit near the top at 9 under. Michael Thorbjornsen posts 65 to reach 11 under in the clubhouse, and Matt Fitzpatrick slips with a double bogey at the 16th to fall to 11 under as the leaderboard remains packed heading into Sunday, with Scottie Scheffler making a late charge further back.

via CBS Sports|

#golf #matsuyama #maverick-mcnealy

sports5 months ago•2 min saved

Dave Portnoy Criticizes Ryder Cup Ruling Amid Hovland Injury Concerns

Dave Portnoy and others criticized the Ryder Cup's rule allowing half a point for a player injury, after Viktor Hovland's withdrawal due to injury contributed to Europe's win, prompting calls for rule changes and reflections on the tournament's outcome.

via New York Post|

#europe-victory #injury #rule-controversy

sports5 months ago•3 min saved

Keegan Bradley Urges Change to Ryder Cup Envelope Rule Amid Hovland Injury Dispute

Keegan Bradley advocates for changing the Ryder Cup envelope rule after Viktor Hovland's injury led to his withdrawal, impacting the outcome of the tournament, which was narrowly won by Europe. The rule, which allows captains to designate a player to sit out in case of injury, is criticized for potentially affecting the competition's fairness.

via New York Post|

#envelope-rule #golf-controversy #keegan-bradley

sports5 months ago•1 min saved

Keegan Bradley Urges Rule Change Before Next Ryder Cup

After Europe's narrow victory in the Ryder Cup, U.S. captain Keegan Bradley called for a rule change regarding the Envelope Rule, which allowed Europe to replace injured Viktor Hovland with a half-point, a situation Bradley believes should be reconsidered for future competitions.

via NBC Sports|

#envelope-rule #golf-rules #keegan-bradley

sports5 months ago•2 min saved

Ryder Cup 2025: Controversies and Challenges at Bethpage Black

Viktor Hovland withdrew from his Ryder Cup singles match due to a neck injury, impacting the European team's chances as they lead 12-5 going into the final day.

via ESPN|

#europe-team #neck-injury #ryder-cup

sports5 months ago•1 min saved

Hovland Withdraws from Ryder Cup, Match Ends in Tie

Viktor Hovland withdrew from his Ryder Cup singles match due to a neck injury, resulting in a tie for that match, and the European team moved closer to retaining the Ryder Cup with a score of 12-5 against the U.S.

via NBC Sports|

#european-team #injury #ryder-cup

sports5 months ago•1 min saved

Hovland to Miss Singles Match for Europe at Ryder Cup 2025

Viktor Hovland was ruled out of the Ryder Cup 2025 singles match against Harris English due to a neck injury, leading to a half-point draw for that match. Europe remains in a strong position to retain the cup, needing only two more points from the remaining singles matches. Hovland's injury, which has been ongoing for two months, prevented him from playing in the final singles, and he was replaced by Tyrrell Hatton.

via BBC|

#europe #injury #ryder-cup-2025

sports5 months ago•2 min saved

Hovland's Neck MRI and the Rare Ryder Cup Rule Impacting Sunday Singles

Viktor Hovland's potential injury and MRI could activate the historic Envelope Rule in the Ryder Cup, affecting the final singles matches, as Europe leads by seven points and may need only two more to retain the cup.

via NBC Sports|

#envelope-rule #injury #ryder-cup

sports5 months ago•2 min saved

Ryder Cup Highlights: Player Updates, Rules, and Final Day Details

Viktor Hovland withdrew from a Ryder Cup four-ball match due to a neck injury, raising concerns about his participation in Sunday's singles, with the team considering the envelope rule if he cannot play.

via ESPN|

#envelope-rule #four-ball-match #neck-injury

sports5 months ago•2 min saved

Potential Reuse of Ryder Cup 'Envelope' on Sunday

Viktor Hovland's neck injury may lead to the reappearance of the Ryder Cup 'envelope' on Sunday, a sealed decision by captains to sit out a player if necessary, a rare occurrence in Ryder Cup history last seen over 30 years ago.

via Sports Illustrated|

#envelope #golf #injury

sports5 months ago•3 min saved

Ryder Cup 2025: Key Highlights and Venue Insights

The Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black will feature unusually easy conditions due to weather and course adjustments, making it less challenging than usual, with players like Harris English and Viktor Hovland sharing insights and personal stories related to the event.

via New York Post|

#american-team #bethpage-black #golf-conditions

sports6 months ago•6 min saved

FedEx St. Jude Championship 2025: Betting Insights, Pairings, and Predictions

The article discusses betting strategies for the 2025 FedEx St. Jude Championship, emphasizing key player stats like tee-to-green and approach play, with Scottie Scheffler as the top favorite, and highlights potential value picks such as Viktor Hovland, Hideki Matsuyama, and Lucas Glover based on recent form and course history.

via Sports Illustrated|

#betting-models #fedex-st-jude-championship #golf

sports7 months ago•9 min saved

2025 Open Championship: Expert Picks, Betting Tips, and Viewing Details

Chris 'The Bear' Fallica provides expert betting picks for the 2025 Open Championship at Royal Portrush, highlighting players like Viktor Hovland and Sepp Straka, and offering various wager suggestions including outright winners, top finishes, and matchups, with a focus on players' recent form and course history.

via FOX Sports|

#betting-tips #golf-betting #royal-portrush

sports8 months ago•2 min saved

Viktor Hovland's U.S. Open Quest: Overcoming Drama and Defying Expectations

Viktor Hovland struggled with his driver during the third round of the US Open, hitting into bushes and facing challenges, but still remained a contender with a solid score and potential to win his first major, depending on his performance in the final round.

via NBC Sports|

#driver-issues #golf #oakmont

sports8 months ago•8 min saved

U.S. Open 2025: Key Players and Challenges in Final Round

Four players are under par entering the final round of the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont, with Sam Burns leading. Burns, seeking his first major win, is in a historic position, while veteran Adam Scott and others like Viktor Hovland and J.J. Spaun are also contenders. The weather and course conditions are expected to influence the final outcome, with past trends indicating that the winner will likely be within four shots of the lead after 54 holes.

via The New York Times|

#adam-scott #golf #sam-burns