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‘Next time have the courage to tag me’ – Tour pro responds to journalist amid Bay Hill range controversy

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4 years ago

Mar 3, 2022

This week’s Arnold Palmer Invitational is not only a welcome stop for many of the top professionals in the game, but also something of a tribute to the man known as the ‘The King’.

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One of the greats of the modern game, the seven-time major winner is honored at many courses around the world, and particularly at Bay Hill, scene of ‘his’ tournament that starts today.

However, one PGA Tour player has been accused of ”golf felony” by Golf Digest reporter Dan Rapaport, after repeating an act seen as sacrilege to the fans of golf history.

Rapaport originally replied to a post from March 2021, by Billy Horschel’s caddie, Mark Fulcher, showing a player practicing in the space historically reserved for Arnie, with the looper’s comment, “Seems like Mr Palmer’s spot is no longer sacred.”

API week means it’s the one-year anniversary of this Golf Felony. Let us hope this Golf Felony is not repeated this year. https://t.co/zuis0KucQH

— Dan Rapaport (@Daniel_Rapaport) March 1, 2022

The writer retweets with the hope that, “API week means it’s the one-year anniversary of this Golf Felony. Let us hope this Golf Felony is not repeated this year.”

However, alongside is a separate image showing it has been, this time revealing the identity of the felon – Dylan Frittelli, with the header, “Oh man. Picture from the ground shows that same man committed the same Golf Felony for the second consecutive year!”

Oh man. Picture from the ground shows that the same man committed the same Golf Felony for the second consecutive year! Wtf!! https://t.co/YsNPY1UmlL pic.twitter.com/nYMIKo1Tqe

— Dan Rapaport (@Daniel_Rapaport) March 1, 2022

The South African, winner of the 2019 John Deere Classic replied, “I’m sure Arnie would’ve let me hit some balls from his spot while he ate lunch or went to play 9 holes.”

Golf fans weren’t so sure.

“Might as well stomp on Arnie’s grave. Prediction: Frittelli misses the cut due to the Palmer curse.” said one, to which the player responded, “Let’s see if you’re right.” Another offered the comparison, “Do you think if the Lakers designated a seat on the bench for Kobe players would sit in it?”

The 31-year-old did have some support however, with one fan posting that, “If you don’t want someone hitting there, rope it off! If not, it’s fair game. Unwritten rules aren’t rules.”

Outwardly undisturbed by the events, Frittelli pleaded ignorance to the unwritten rule saying “Nobody ever told me this spot was his? It’s my third time here”, after hitting back at Rapaport, saying “Have the courage to tag me next year Daniel!”

Frittelli tees off with Charles Howell III and Danny Willett at 12.35pm.

How much each player won at the 2026 Masters

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1 month ago

Apr 13, 2026

Gianni Magliocco

Rory McIlroy made it two wins in as many years at Augusta National, seeing off the challengers on a dramatic Sunday to slip on the green jacket once again. The victory earned Rory a whopping payday of $4.5 million, with Scottie Scheffler his closest challenger earning $2.43 million for his sole runner-up finish.

With a total prize purse of $22.5 million up for grabs, here’s a look at how much each player won at the 2026 Masters tournament.

For players that did not make the cut, they still earned $25k for their efforts at the year’s opening major.

1: Rory McIlroy, $4.5 million
2: Scottie Scheffler, $2.43 million
T3: Tyrrell Hatton, $1.08 million
T3: Russell Henley, $1.08 million
T3: Justin Rose, $1.08 million
T3: Cameron Young, $1.08 million
T7: Collin Morikawa, $725,625
T7: Sam Burns, $725,625
T9: Xander Schauffele, $630,00
T9: Max Homa, $630,00
11: Jake Knapp, $562,500
T12: Jordan Spieth, $427,500
T12: Brooks Koepka, $427,500
T12: Hideki Matsuyama, $427,500
T12: Patrick Reed, $427,500
T12: Patrick Cantlay, $427,500
T12: Jason Day, $427,500
T18: Viktor Hovland, $315,000
T18: Maverick McNealy, $315,000
T18: Matt Fitzpatrick, $315,000
T21: Keegan Bradley, $252,000
T21: Ludvig Aberg, $252,000
T21: Wyndham Clark, $252,000
T24: Matt McCarty, $182,083
T24: Adam Scott, $182,083
T24: Sam Stevens, $182,083
T24: Chris Gotterup, $182,083
T24: Michael Brennan, $182,083
T24: Brian Campbell, $182,083
T30: Alex Noren, $146,250
T30: Harris English, $146,250
T30: Shane Lowry, $146,250
T33: Gary Woodland, $121,500
T33: Dustin Johnson, $121,500
T33: Brian Harman, $121,500
T33: Tommy Fleetwood, $121,500
T33: Ben Griffin, $121,500
T38: Jon Rahm, $105,750
T38: Ryan Gerard, $101,250
T38: Haotong Li, $96,750
T41: Justin Thomas, $92,250
T41: Sepp Straka, $87,750
T41: Jacob Bridgeman, $83,250
T41: Kristoffer Reitan, $78,750
T41: Nick Taylor, $74,250
46: Sungjae Im, $69,750
47: Si Woo Kim, $65,250
48: Aaron Rai, $61,650
T49: Corey Conners, $57,600
T49: Marco Penge, $57,600
51: Kurt Kitayama, $55,250
52: Sergio Garcia, $54,000
53: Rasmus Hojgaard, $52,650
54: Charl Schwartzel, $51,300

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CBS’s Sunday Masters coverage slammed by golf fans

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1 month ago

Apr 13, 2026

Gianni Magliocco

While Sunday was a dramatic day at the Masters, many golf fans were left feeling frustrated by the CBS final round coverage.

There were plenty of moments that golf fans took to social media to air their frustrations on Sunday over, including a lack of shots being shown throughout the day, being behind the live action, confusion over the approach shots of the final group on 18, and providing an angle for the winning putt where the cup couldn’t be seen.

Here’s a look at some of the criticisms that were directed at the CBS coverage throughout the day on X:

This has been a brutal broadcast for CBS. When the folks from Augusta sit down with them this year, you can bet they’ll talk about this 15 seconds where we have no idea where Rory’s ball went, and Dottie moans. #TheMasters pic.twitter.com/ak3mkpIN7V

— Ryan (@PossiblyRy) April 12, 2026

It’s rare criticism coming in for CBS, who are usually heavily praised for their Masters coverage each year.

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The surprise club Tommy Fleetwood says is key to his Masters chances

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1 month ago

Apr 7, 2026

Gianni Magliocco

Tommy Fleetwood goes in search for the first major victory of his career again this week, with the Englishman proving to be a popular pick at Augusta National.

Fleetwood’s best showing at Augusta came back in 2024 where he finished T3, and while speaking at his pre-tournament press conference, the 35-year-old emphasized the importance of his 9-wood in his pursuit of the green jacket.

Speaking on Tuesday to media, Fleetwood said:

“It’s a great 9-wood golf course. I think it’s always been — I can’t remember when I first put like a 9-wood in or a high lofted club, but it’s a perfect like 9-wood golf course. I’ve had that in the bag for a few years.”

The Englishman continued, revealing that his strategy for the week won’t just be to hit driver off the tee as much as possible:

“Yeah, it’s funny really because I know Augusta is probably associated with being fairly forgiving off the tee in a way, so you think you can whale around driver a little bit. But I don’t necessarily think that’s always the play for me. I think there’s holes that set up really well where I can draw it with the mini driver if I’m feeling less comfortable with the driver and things like that.”

That strategy he believes will make his TaylorMade Qi10 9-wood extra critical this week in Georgia:

“The biggest thing is the 9-wood for me. If I can put myself in position on the par-5s or the 4th long par-3, like it — for me, I can’t really hit that high 4-iron, so 9-wood helps me a lot.”