Mike Davis and the USGA have taken their share of body blows for losing Shinnecock Hills, again, at this year’s US Open. Judging by Tiger Woods’ roundabout jab on Sunday, those punches aren’t stopping anytime soon.
The man many consider to be Thomson’s nearest challenger for “Australia’s Greatest Ever” mantle said he was saddened by the loss of the golf icon, passing on his condolences via a statement.
Seventeen-year-old schoolboy Lin Yuxin shot a brilliant final round of six-under 65 to win the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship by three strokes at Royal Wellington Golf Club.
Move over, Johnny Miller. Branden Grace became the first player to shoot 62 in a men’s major championship, eclipsing the mark first set by Miller by a stroke in windless, soft conditions on Saturday at Royal Birkdale.
Under a Saturday evening glow at Royal Birkdale, Spieth held the lead at golf’s oldest Major, and he soaked up the moment as the packed grandstands showed their appreciation.