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Runner-up Rickie is still a winner
Underneath the dark grey skies of Royal Pines Golf Course on Sunday, Rickie Fowler stood out in more ways than one. After the dust had settled and the presentations were over, he was still signing autographs for fans beside the 18th green.
Rather than complain about the weather delay that halted his charge, Fowler was delighted to share in the joy of Adam Scott’s win of the Australian PGA Championship.
“That was the highlight, walking up [No. 18] with everyone around,” Fowler said. “Obviously I wasn’t going to win, but being alongside Adam and seeing him win in front of his hometown crowd and the support we had this week, that was the highlight.”
Fowler’s runner-finish netted him $127,500, small change compared to the more lucrative earnings he’s used to competing for on the PGA Tour. However, more importantly he collected an army of new fans who look up to the young man as much as his golf swing as his style and demeanor.
Scott’s victory completed the “Australian Slam” in his home country, no doubt the story of the week, but it took just that to keep headlines from being written about the popular American, a story that was as much about the way he carried himself as his impressive golf.
For example, Fowler seized an air horn from officials in a light hearted moment as the weather turned ugly during the final round. Neither the players nor the fans wanted the delay, but Fowler’s humorous gesture thrilled the gallery, who were pleased to see the international star take the situation in good spirits.
Those that were still not convinced of the Fowler charm were likely won over when the players returned from the weather delay. Scott hit a 4 iron to less than one foot, one of the best shots of the tournament. Fowler, in a show of great sportsmanship, held the flag as Scott tapped in for eagle.
His flamboyant personality and dress sense didn’t just bring fans out to the course, it also made Fowler’s trademark Puma merchandise the best seller in the pro shop all week. Many golf fans waited to see what outfit he was wearing each round before heading to the pro-shop to buy the very same attire.
Judging by the number of fans all dressed in orange at the Gold Coast on Sunday, it could have been re-named Orange County.
“It was a great week, the fans were awesome, we had a great following today,” Fowler said. “I know it was pretty crowded out there and it’s always great having the support. I definitely enjoyed my time on the Gold Coast and I’m looking forward to getting back down to Australia hopefully next year …. it’s definitely my favorite place outside of the States to come and play golf.”
It appears that even Scott is a big fan of Fowler, paying tribute to him in his victory speech.
“I love your work, I love watching you play and thank you for coming down here to play in front of us,” Scott said of Fowler. “What you do for the game of golf is just amazing.”
As an Australian, I hope we get to a see a lot more of Rickie Fowler in the coming years. We need players like this bringing fans to the game of golf.
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Photos from the 2024 Wells Fargo Championship
GolfWRX is live this week at the Wells Fargo Championship as a field of the world’s best golfers descend upon Charlotte, North Carolina, hoping to tame the beast that is Quail Hollow Club in this Signature Event — only Scottie Scheffler, who is home awaiting the birth of his first child, is absent.
From the grounds at Quail Hollow, we have our usual assortment of general galleries and WITBs — including a look at left-hander Akshay Bhatia’s setup. Among the pullout albums, we have a look inside Cobra’s impressive new tour truck for you to check out. Also featured is a special look at Quail Hollow king, Rory McIlroy.
Be sure to check back throughout the week as we add more galleries.
General Albums
WITB Albums
- Akshay Bhatia – WITB – 2024 Wells Fargo Championship
- Matthieu Pavon – WITB – 2024 Wells Fargo Championship
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See what GolfWRXers are saying about our Wells Fargo Championship photos in the forums.
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Photos from the 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson
GolfWRX is on site this week in McKinney, Texas, at the 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson (FKA the AT&T Byron Nelson).
Last year at TPC Craig Ranch, Jason Day ended a five-year winless streak. J-Day is in the field again, as are Jordan Spieth, Tom Kim, and Will Zalatoris.
We have our usual assortment of general galleries, WITBs, and pullout albums for your perusal. As always, we’ll continue to add links to additional albums as they make their way to us from the Lone Star State.
Check out links to all our photos below.
General Albums
- 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson – Monday #1
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WITB Albums
- Pierceson Coody – WITB – 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson
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- Peter Kuest – WITB – 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson
- Blaine Hale, Jr. – WITB – 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson
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- Rico Hoey – WITB – 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson
Pullout Albums
- Adam Scott’s 2 new custom L.A.B. Golf putters – 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson
- Scotty Cameron putters – 2024 CJ Cup Byron Nelson
- Ben Griffin playing Maxfli golf ball
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Photos from the 2024 Zurich Classic of New Orleans
GolfWRX is live on site this week at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans for the PGA Tour’s one-and-only two-man team event.
As usual, general galleries, WITBs, and pullout albums — including some pretty spicy custom putters and headcovers — await your viewing.
Be sure to check back for more photos from the Big Easy, as we’ll continue to update this page with additional galleries throughout the week.
General Albums
- 2024 Zurich Classic – Monday #1
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- 2024 Zurich Classic – Tuesday #1
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WITB Albums
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Troy Vayanos
Nov 12, 2013 at 2:05 am
Hi Rich,
Thanks for your comment. The article is 100% correct, there was no mention of the Australian Open or Australian Masters. It was the Australian PGA as I mentioned in the second paragraph.
It was Damian’s comment that was incorrect but Scott’s comment was right on the money.
Cheers
Rich
Nov 14, 2013 at 8:20 am
I will say I agree with you that Rickie Fowler seems like a good guy and deserves all the accolades he receives. Good luck to him.
Rich
Nov 15, 2013 at 3:23 am
When the article was first posted on this website it 100% said Adam Scott had just won the Australian Open. It’s obviously since been corrected and yet you have the arrogance to be condescending to me when I pointed it out right after the article was posted. Of course my first comment wasn’t posted. Get your facts straight and have some common decency to admit your error. I’m sure others have pointed this out to you as well but now I can see their comments wouldn’t see the light of day either. Have some guts and admit your mistake. Have some guts Golf WRX and leave my comment on the story.
Damian
Nov 11, 2013 at 6:02 pm
Nice article Troy. Going into the Australian Open I wasn’t entirely sold on Fowler’s character, but after watching the coverage over the weekend including his interactions with the fans, he seems like a really nice guy and has great game. Hope to see him more down under and put together more wins on tour.
Steve yeomans
Nov 11, 2013 at 7:20 pm
I’m pretty sure the tournament covered was The Australian Masters,not The Australian Open.That being in Sydney and everything “golf fans”
Steve yeomans
Nov 11, 2013 at 7:22 pm
Or was it the PGA?
Scott
Nov 11, 2013 at 7:26 pm
The tournament in question was actually the Australian PGA. The Australian Masters and Australian Open are held in the coming weeks and I believe Adam Scott is playing all of them – would be incredible if he could complete the Aussie Slam!
Rich
Nov 11, 2013 at 9:35 pm
Was 100% the PGA. Adam Scott did commit to all three (PGA, Open and Masters) and will be playing the World cup of golf at Royal Melbourne too.
How on earth could you have gotten that so wrong Troy? And Golf WRX should do better if they want to cover golf properly? I would have though at least an Aussie writer would get the tournament right. Astonishing………..
Damian
Nov 13, 2013 at 4:40 pm
sorry, it was the PGA, was getting ahead of myself
Alex
Nov 11, 2013 at 5:53 pm
Rickie Fowler? He’s still a thing? I thought Jordan Spieth replaced him.
TWShoot67
Nov 11, 2013 at 4:29 pm
I just had to stop in and drop a line. I watched Rickie play at the AT&T National when it was held in Philadelphia @ Aronimink Golf Club. I took my boys to see their favorites and one happens to be Rickie Fowler. The point I have to make is I have never seen another player as generous with his time then Rickie Fowler. This guy stood and signed autographs right after his round and then said to the patrons ” please let me go sign my score card and I’ll be back in a second”. Well Rickie true to his word came back and he continued to sign, take pictures with every single fan who wanted such. I mean this guy stayed there to the very last fan was happy. The shame is this can’t be said for 90% of the Tour, the rest would have left to sign their score card never to be seen again.
Robert Carl
Nov 11, 2013 at 3:01 pm
Good to see a real personality on tour. Everyone said Fred Couples should have won more tournaments and he probably should have, but he is still a driving force for the game. Everyone loves “Freddy” much like the crowds and players like Ricky. The kids love him.
Unbelievable!
Nov 11, 2013 at 2:16 pm
Sill amazed that people find it necessary to be critical of someone with high character and a never-ending positive attitude.
People that like to point out his ” lack ” of winning don’t realize how much of a winner he is.
That’s truly pathetic.
Troy Vayanos
Nov 11, 2013 at 2:02 pm
I agree Regis,
I walked around Royal Pines last Saturday and watched a lot of Rickie’s round. His popularity is there for everyone to see. I was particularly impressed with his quicker speed of play which is something all golfers should strive for.
Cheers
Troy Vayanos
Nov 11, 2013 at 1:59 pm
Mick, I think it is only a matter of time before Rickie wins more golf tournaments. It’s important to note he is playing in the most competitive tour in the world against the world’s best.
I’m certain his time will come.
Regis
Nov 11, 2013 at 1:56 pm
Let’s all remember he is still very young. Also remember that he is “Phil Like” with fans and any time there is a one day charity event, especially for veterans he’s there-on his own dime. I’m 62 and most definitely not part of the “alt-golf” crowd but I think he’s a credit to the game.
mick
Nov 11, 2013 at 11:17 am
Fowler has certainly thrived in his niche as a pitchman to the alt-golf crowd, but if he is such a “winner,” why doesn’t he win more?
Evan
Nov 11, 2013 at 5:39 pm
What a ridiculous statement.
legitimategolf
Nov 11, 2013 at 10:34 am
Yay. Proof that you don’t need to win in order to win. Life is a paradox like that. Mmm hmm.