Spain’s David Puig was not aware of what he did, but when shown a replay of the shot he agreed it was a violation and was assessed the penalty because he touched the sand while addressing the ball, violating rule 12.2b.
Patrick Reed kicked the door open for a likely pathway into all four majors, with a dominant victory at the Dubai Desert Classic catapulting him back into the top 30 on the Official World Golf Ranking for the first time in almost four years.
Prepared to pay more than $US1 million in fines to play on the DP World Tour in 2026, Patrick Reed put himself in position for a hefty deposit after taking the 36-hole lead at the Dubai Desert Classic.
Last year, the 36-year-old English tour pro and former Ryder Cupper managed to break 80 using only one club. And he did it in spectacular fashion by managing two late sand saves – with a 5-iron.
McIlroy made it pretty clear he’s still got issues with at least two LIV defectors during his Wednesday press conference ahead of the 2024 Dubai Desert Classic.
Wednesday was a difficult time for golf fans who learned of a horrifying act of violence between two of the best players in the world on a driving range.
The last time Adam Scott played the Dubai Desert Classic, Euro coins and notes had just been introduced, 400,000 people in Congo were in the midst of being displaced following the eruption of Mount Nyiragongo and Queen Elizabeth II was preparing for her Golden Jubilee to mark 50 years since her succession to the throne.
You cannot cut corners to reach the heights Sergio Garcia has in his golfing career. That said, the way the ball flies now, cutting corners is often the percentage play.
Australian Golf Digest
