Although he averaged 290.2 yards off the tee – 6.4 yards longer than driving distance leader Davis Love III – in the 17 events and 51 rounds he played that year, Daly’s name is not included among the official stats leaders.
The 29-year-old from Brisbane was recognised not just for his on-course accomplishments but for becoming one of the greatest role models and mentors within Australian golf.
As for how we can actually use this information to improve our own games, The Putting Engineer says to aim a little lower than the greatest of all time.
The two-time Major champion was announced as the chief executive and commissioner of the LIV Golf in 2021, but it was this year when the controversial Saudi-backed circuit really came to life.
The PGA of Australia has made changes to its board with long-term director James Erskine stepping down after a significant contribution to the Board of Directors.