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Morgan Hoffmann reveals he has muscular dystrophy in heartwrenching article

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The most important and valuable thing GolfWRX can say about Morgan Hoffmann’s Players Tribune piece, in which he reveals he was diagnosed with muscular dystrophy, is that you should read it in its entirety.

Seriously. Read it now.

Since a promising 2014 season in which he finished 26th in the FedEx Cup, with top-10 finishes in two of the four playoff events, Hoffmann hasn’t taken the step forward he’d hoped to.

The New Jersey native reveals he was diagnosed with muscular dystrophy in November of 2016. He’s experienced significant atrophy to both of his pectorals. Thus, the fact that he managed to make 17 cuts in 29 starts in the 2016-2017 season is impressive…unfathomable really, but it speaks to Hoffmann’s determination to battle the disease.

The fact that he’s been experiencing symptoms and deterioration for six years and still competing on the PGA Tour: really incredible, but also bitterly sad. Imagine if he hadn’t been afflicted? Would Hoffmann be a Tour winner by now? Is winning now forever off the table for the former Oklahoma State standout?

It’s sad stuff, but Hoffmann is determined to make the best of his situation, both inside the ropes, and more importantly, outside.

Again, you really have to read this piece.

Hoffmann says he’ll soon be announcing the date of a charity golf event at his home course, the Arcola Country Club in Paramus, New Jersey. We’ll let you know when he does.

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LET pro gives detailed financial breakdown of first week on tour…and the net result may shock you

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On Friday morning, Ladies European Tour player, Hannah Gregg, took to social media to share her weekly expenses playing on the LET.

“Expenses of my first week on Ladies European Tour: Flights: $2600 Work Visa: $350 

  • Food: $377 
  • Caddie: $0 because I have an amazing Fiancé 
  • Hotel: $0 because  @GregChalmersPGA sorted me host housing for the week!  
  • Rental Car: +0 because the Tour Tee guys GAVE me their car  
  • Gas: $165 
  • Entry Fee: $130 
  • Lounge Pass for caddie: $50 
  • Gym: $0 
  • Yardage book: $0 
  • Total expenses: $3672 

Made cut, finished 54th, total earned: $1244 Factor in 35% tax on earnings. To break even, needed to finish 24th. To make money, 21st. Guess we have our goals laid out for next event!”

When factoring in Gregg’s free housing, free caddie and free rental car, it’s evident that most LET players would have to finish well inside of the top-20 to make any money.

With ridiculous amounts of money being thrown around in professional golf these days, it’s important to remember the other side of the coin as well. There are countless professionals out there who struggle to get by on their golf salary.

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54-hole golf tour deemed eligible for OWGR points…but it’s not LIV

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After a seventeen-month application process, a 54-hole golf tour was deemed eligible for OWGR points.

Unfortunately, for LIV Golf and their fans, it was the Clutch Pro Tour.

After the decision, which is effective immediately, OWGR chairman Peter Dawson issued a statement.

“This is a significant milestone for golf, and OWGR is deeply encouraged by the achievement and the continued efforts in developing the sport of golf in the United Kingdom.”

“We look forward to watching the progress of the Clutch Pro Tour as it continues to play a key role in the development of players from the region,” Dawson added.

The Clutch Pro Tour operates in the United Kingdom and features a 36-hole cut. It also has an open qualifying school.

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Charlie Woods attempting to qualify for spot at 2024 U.S. Open

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As first reported by Bob Harig of Sports Illustrated, Charlie Woods will be attempting to qualify for this year’s U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2.

The first stage of qualifying for this year’s tournament will be an 18-hole local event on Thursday, April 25th, in Port St. Lucie, Florida.

There will be 84 players in the field, five of which will reach the 36-hole qualifier that will take place in June.

Earlier this season, Charlie attempted to qualify for the Cognizant Classic, and struggled, shooting an 86.

If the younger Woods is able to qualify, he will tee it up in the same field as his father in a few months at one of the more historic U.S. Open venues.

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