Golf PGA Drama: Matt Fitzpatrick's Outrage at BMW Championship Ruling
Golf PGA Incident at BMW Championship
During the final round of the BMW Championship at Castle Pines, Colorado, Matt Fitzpatrick faced a critical moment when he discovered a crack in his driver. After birdieing the first three holes, Fitzpatrick called for a ruling on the eighth hole regarding the damage. Despite the visible issue, the PGA Tour determined that it was not 'significantly damaged' under the USGA Model Local Rule G-9, preventing him from replacing the club.
Fitzpatrick's Reaction
Clearly frustrated, Fitzpatrick responded, “This is outrageous,” emphasizing the defect's impact on his game. With the ruling not in his favor, he was forced to rely on his 3-wood for the remainder of the round, illustrating the significant impact of the decision. Even NBC Sports analyst Kevin Kisner voiced his disagreement with the ruling, labeling it as a “terrible rule.” PGA Tour chief referee Stephen Cox has yet to respond definitively to the uproar surrounding this incident.
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