Heading: Bernhard Langer Sets New Record with Victory at US Senior Open
Bernhard Langer, the German golf star, made history on Sunday at SentryWorld by winning the US Senior Open and breaking the PGA Tour Champions’ career victory record. Langer, at 65 years, 10 months, and 5 days old, became the oldest winner on the 50-and-over tour, surpassing Hale Irwin’s previous record. This victory marked Langer’s 46th win on the tour, breaking the tie with Irwin. Despite bogeying the final three holes, Langer finished with a two-stroke lead over Steve Stricker. The tournament took place on a challenging tree-lined course with thick rough, resulting in only eight players breaking par for the week. Langer also set a new tournament age record, surpassing Allen Doyle’s previous record set in 2006. With this win, Langer extended his record for senior major victories to 12.
Heading: Rickie Fowler Claims Victory at Rocket Mortgage Classic
Rickie Fowler secured his sixth PGA Tour title at the Rocket Mortgage Classic. Fowler’s victory came after a disappointing performance at the US Open, where he missed a chance to win his first major. In a playoff against Collin Morikawa and Adam Hadwin, Fowler made a crucial 12-foot birdie putt on the first playoff hole to secure the win. The 34-year-old golfer had fallen behind on the leaderboard but made a remarkable approach shot on his final hole to tie with Morikawa and Hadwin. Fowler’s last PGA Tour victory was in 2019 at the Phoenix Open.
Heading: Talor Gooch Clinches Third LIV Golf League Title
Talor Gooch emerged victorious at the Valderrama tournament, securing his third LIV Golf League title of the year. Gooch made an impressive 15-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole to finish with a 4-under 67 and a one-shot victory over Bryson DeChambeau. With this win, Gooch became the first player to achieve three victories in the Saudi-funded rival league. The former Oklahoma State player has now earned a total of $13,376,583 in eight LIV events this year.
Heading: Daniel Hillier Claims First European Tour Title at British Masters
Daniel Hillier, a New Zealand golfer, secured his first European Tour title at the British Masters. Hillier finished at 10 under after shooting a 6-under 66 at The Belfry. He made two late eagles, including a 40-foot putt on the par-5 15th and a 6-footer on the par-5 17th. Hillier’s impressive performance earned him a spot in the British Open. Oliver Wilson from England and Gunner Wiebe from the United States tied for second place.
Heading: Paul Barjon Wins Memorial Health Championship on Korn Ferry Tour
Paul Barjon emerged victorious at the Korn Ferry Tour’s Memorial Health Championship. The Frenchman shot a 6-under 65 to finish at 26-under 258, securing a one-stroke victory. Barjon started strong with five birdies in the first seven holes and continued his excellent performance throughout the tournament. This win marks Barjon’s second career victory on the Korn Ferry Tour.
Heading: Other Tour Results
Jbe Kruger of South Africa claimed victory at the Shigeo Nagashima Invitational Sega Sammy Cup on the Japan Golf Tour. Darren Fichardt of South Africa won the Le Vaudreuil Golf Challenge in France on the Challenge Tour. Davis Lamb, a former Notre Dame player, secured his first PGA Tour Canada victory at the ATB Classic. Chandler Blanchet emerged victorious at the PGA Tour Latinoamerica Championship in Mexico. Carmen Alonso of Spain claimed victory at the Ladies Open in Finland on the Ladies European Tour. Kokona Sakura won the Shiseido Ladies Open on the Japan LPGA after a playoff against Shiho Kuwaki.