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6-time Euro Tour champ says Patrick Cantlay ‘should be nailed with a huge fine’ over Genesis incident
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During Thursday’s opening round of the Genesis Invitational, PGA Tour star Patrick Cantlay received some criticism for not yelling “fore” on a handful of his wayward shots on the back nine at Riviera Country Club.
Among the critics was former professional golfer, Tony Johnstone.
Back to back shots and Cantlay hits a ball-spotter and then spectators around the green. Would a shout of ‘fore’ be out of the question?
— Tony Johnstone (@TonyJohnstone56) February 15, 2024
One X user replied to Johnstone, to which Tony opined that Cantlay should be fined.
Correct. Should be nailed with a huge fine.
— Tony Johnstone (@TonyJohnstone56) February 15, 2024
He also accused Cantlay of “narcissism” for not feeling the need to warn spectators.
Or narcissism? Couldn’t care less about anyone else.
— Tony Johnstone (@TonyJohnstone56) February 15, 2024
In recent years, players such as Bryson DeCheambeau have taken a lot of heat for not yelling “fore” when the situation dictates it. It appears Cantlay may be the next player under the microscope for the same offense.
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‘Never thought I would say this…’ – NFL star Sauce Gardner makes huge claim after picking up golf
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NFL cornerback, Sauce Gardner, has recently caught the golf bug and has documented his early golf journey on social media.
The New York Jets star took to X once again on Wednesday, saying golf was harder than football.
Never thought I would say this, but golf is harder than football.
— SAUCE GARDNER (@iamSauceGardner) July 10, 2024
“Never thought I would say this, but golf is harder than football.”
I don’t think many would disagree with Gardner’s revelation, but it’s interesting to see a football player say it, nonetheless.
One account, “LIV Golf Insider”, replied to Gardner and it seemed to resonate with the way most fans feel.
“Nobody on the planet thinks football is harder to play than golf.”
Gardner is running out of time to work on his golf game with football season right around the corner.
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Jon Rahm gives refreshing answer when asked to rate his season ahead of LIV Golf Andalucia
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Prior to the 2024 season, LIV Golf signed Jon Rahm for a mega deal reported to be in the range of $600 million. Rahm currently sits second in the LIV Golf individual season standings, but many would argue he’s underachieved so far this season.
The Spaniard is yet to win a LIV event and has also been extremely disappointing in majors as well. He finished T45 at The Masters as the defending champion, missed the cut at the PGA Championship and was forced to withdraw from the U.S. Open with an infection in his toe.
LIV Critics have attributed Rahm’s lack of major success to the fact that the LIV schedule is lighter and doesn’t require the players to practice as much as they had previously. At this week’s pre-tournament press conference at Valderrama for LIV Andalucia, Rahm was asked if the move to LIV is the primary reason for his struggles.
“Is the format less competitive than before?” said the reporter.
“No.” Rahm answered.
“It’s not easy to win golf tournaments, I’ve been close. I just haven’t gotten it done.”
While he didn’t attribute his less than stellar season to being on a new tour, he did admit it wasn’t his best when asked to rate his performance this season.
“There’s been weeks where I feel like I scored a lot better than I felt.”
“And there’s been a couple weeks where it could have been better.
“I haven’t won yet so that would deduct quite a bit from it.
“I would say maybe six to a seven out of 10 if I had to say. But the year is not over.
“[There is] still a lot to play for.
“It would not be unheard of to see a player finish strong and change that to maybe a nine out of 10.”
Rahm will begin his quest to turn his 2024 season into a “nine out of 10” this week in his home country at LIV Golf Andalucia.
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‘Absolutely not’ – Rory McIlroy explains why he has no regrets over media snub following U.S. Open collapse
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Some time has passed, but Rory McIlroy’s pre-tournament presser ahead of his return to action this week at the Scottish Open was dominated with talk of his U.S. Open collapse at Pinehurst.
After his final round at Pinehurst, Rory sped off in his courtesy Lexus, choosing not to speak with the media. A decision that drew criticism from some media members and golf fans alike.
At this week’s event, McIlroy was asked if he regretted that decision.
“Absolutely not. No. There’s nothing that I could have said that was – not that – I mean, it would have been good because you guys would have been able to write something about it or have a few quotes from me. No offence; you guys were the least of my worries at that point.”
Despite the disappointment, the four-time major champion is already focused on winning the next one.
“Yeah, I stewed on what happened at Pinehurst for a couple of days, but then, yeah, thankfully I can go home and look at what I’ve achieved in the game and sort of feel okay about myself.
“Yeah, look, it was a great opportunity. It passed me by but hopefully, when I get that next opportunity, it won’t pass me by.”
McIlroy will tee it up at the Renaissance Club this week as the defending champion at the Scottish Open.
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