Canada's Taylor Pendrith Tony Finau were among five players at 65, and one of them felt just as good as Smotherman. After that, they were married in a private ceremony. His coach at Jacksonville, Mike Blackburn, sent him a text ahead of his first round to enjoy every shot as it comes. @austin_smotherman's caddie is a wizard. But after an opening-round 64, there is just one part of nature of which van Rooyen hopes to remain acquainted through the week. Im happy I played as good as I did on the back nine and capped it off with the putt on the last hole., AP golf: https://apnews.com/hub/golf and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports. He finished his round Thursday as though he'd love to see it on there again, closing with four straight birdies for an 8-under 63 and a one-shot lead over Erik van Rooyen and Tano Goya. Tano Goya played bogey-free and finished with a birdie from left of the green on the par-5 18th. Tony Finau also carded a 65 finish in round 1 at T-4 along with four others: Eric Cole, Stephan Jaeger, Taylor Pendrith, and Raul Pereda. Its 18 holes a day, and just 18 chances for birdie, and just commit to every shot.. I just told my caddie, Bees, bees, bees. And he looks at me like I'm crazy, van Rooyen said. His start was less than ideal in the best of the weather. Austin shot an 8-under par 63 to hold a one-shot lead over Erik van Rooyen and Tano Goya. Smotherman is winless on the PGA Tour. Austin Smotherman is an American professional golfer. That included an eagle on the par-4 15th when he holed out from 141 yards. He missed only three greens on a gorgeous morning. Masters champion Jon Rahm, who won the Mexico Open at Vidanta for his only PGA Tour title a year ago, had five birdies on his last 11 holes to overcome a sluggish start for a 67. Bees! Before long, Chez Reavie and Francesco Molinari and the caddies hit the turf to avoid a swarm of bees. I mean, still get a little bit of some goosebumps thinking about it, Smotherman said. I just saw them here and I just told my caddie, I'm like, Bees, bees, bees, and he looks at me like I'm crazy, said van Rooyen. This is Rahm's second event in three weeks since winning the 2023 Masters. Rahm is playing for the second time in three weeks since his Masters victory. His name is on the trophy with Ben Crenshaw, Billy Casper, Lee Trevino, Bobby Locke and Roberto De Vicenzo. Register to read and get full access to gulfnews.com, By clicking below to sign up, you're agreeing to our Bees! Before long, Chez Reavie and Francesco Molinari and the caddies hit the turf to avoid a swarm of bees. Bees! Before long, Chez Reavie and Francesco Molinari and the caddies hit the turf to avoid a swarm of bees. Even so, the Mexico Open dates to 1944. The 2021 Barracuda Championship winner added another birdie on his closing hole to put a bow on the 64 - his lowest TOUR round since a 62 at The American Express in January. VALLARTA, Mexico (AP) -- Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. Masters champion Jon Rahm, who won the Mexico Open at Vidanta for his only 2022 PGA Tour title a year ago, had five birdies on his last 11 holes to overcome a sluggish start for a 67. Van Rooyen, who shot a 7-under 64 and sits just one shot back of the lead held by Austin Smotherman, was attacked by a swarm of bees on the 10th hole. He finished his round Thursday as though he'd love to see it on there again, closing with four. His name is on the trophy with Ben Crenshaw, Billy Casper, Lee Trevino, Bobby Locke and Roberto De Vicenzo. Masters champion Jon Rahm, who won the Mexico. Prior to teeing off,. He followed the plan perfectly. His name is on the trophy with Ben Crenshaw, Billy Casper, Lee Trevino, Bobby Locke and Roberto De Vicenzo. Bees -- and not birdies -- were the talk of the opening round of the Mexico Open on Thursday. The. This website stores cookies on your computer. The Korn Ferry trademark is also a registered trademark, and is used in the Korn Ferry Tour logo with permission. His name is on the trophy with Ben Crenshaw, Billy Casper, Lee Trevino, Bobby Locke and Roberto De Vicenzo. He finished his round Thursday as though he'd love to see it on there again, closing with four straight. You dont really plan on holing out from 137, so when it happens its pretty sweet, van Rooyen said. Van Rooyen also had a big finish, playing his final five holes in 4 under. Frankie and Chez, they look at me like Im nuts and then 30 seconds later the bees just went right at them. His coach at Jacksonville, Mike Blackburn, sent him a text ahead of his first round to enjoy every shot as it comes. Frankie and Chez, they look at me like Im nuts and then 30 seconds later the bees just went right at them. Austin Smotherman dn u ti Mexico Open 2023 Austin Smotherman lm cho mi th trng tht d dng, trong 18 h u tin anh ghi tng cng 8 birdie. Goya played bogey-free and finished with a birdie from left of the green on the par-5 18th. "Just the reception, winning an event like that, the Mexico Open, which has such a deep history. Raul Pereda of Mexico, who played college golf at Jacksonville University, made his PGA Tour debut as a sponsor exemption in his national Open. The funny moment seem to spur van Rooyen, who played his final five holes in 4 under and sits one shot back of leader Austin Smotherman after a 7-under 64. Masters champion Jon Rahm, who won the Mexico Open at Vidanta for his only PGA Tour title a year ago, had five birdies on his last 11 holes to overcome a sluggish start for a four-under 67. Raul Pereda of Mexico, who played college golf at Jacksonville University, made his PGA Tour debut as a sponsor exemption in his national Open. He missed only three greens on a gorgeous morning. Bees! World No 1 Jon Rahm is four shots off leader Austin Smotherman, who shot an eight-under 63 in the opening round of the Mexico Open to lead by one. ", "I have never seen anything like that. Bees! 2023 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC. March 23, 2023 4:45 pm ET. His best moment might have been a par on the 10th. Tano Goya and Erik van Rooyen trail leader Austin Smotherman by one shot after seven-under opening rounds of 64; world No 1 Jon Rahm is four back at four under; watch the second round of the Mexico Open live on Friday from 1.45pm on Sky Sports Golf He won the Mexico Open in 2018 on a different golf course it was held in Tijuana that year and when it was part of the PGA Tour Latinoamerica schedule. "Just the reception, winning an event like that, the Mexico Open, which has such a deep history. Smotherman is winless on the PGA Tour. Its funny, but certainly dont want to get stung by those bad boys.. Goya played bogey-free and finished with a birdie from left of the green on the par-5 18th. Goya played bogey-free and finished with a birdie from left of the green on the par-5 18th. Tony Finau was among five players at 65, and one of them felt just as good as Smotherman. He won the Mexico Open in 2018 on a different golf course it was held in Tijuana that year and when it was part of the PGA Tour Latinoamerica schedule. That included an eagle on the par-4 15th when he holed out from 141 yards. The South African's best moment, however, might have been on the 10th hole when, standing over his shot with a four-iron, he backed off and said, "Bees! The Korn Ferry trademark is also a registered trademark, and is used in the Korn Ferry Tour logo with permission. Even so, the Mexico Open dates to 1944. Ngc li, nh ng kim v ch The Masters li gp cht kh khn 9 h cui khi mc bogey h 11 v 16 nhng ghi 2 birdie h 14 v 17 gip anh cn bng . PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions, and the Swinging Golfer design are registered trademarks. "A national open anywhere is very special.". I don't think I need to get ahead of myself. American Smotherman is winless on the PGA Tour, though he did win the Mexico Open in 2018 on a different golf course - it was held in Tijuana that year - and when it was part of the PGA Tour Latinoamerica schedule. He finished his round Thursday as though he'd love to see it on there again, closing with four straight birdies for an 8-under 63 and a one-shot lead over Erik van Rooyen and Tano Goya. Raul Pereda of Mexico, who played college golf at Jacksonville University, made his PGA Tour debut as a sponsor exemption in his national Open. I dont think I need to get ahead of myself. I wish I would have taken advantage of it more, Rahm said. #TeamTaylo." TaylorMade Golf Canada on Instagram: "How did @gaugs88 pull this off? When he won in 2018, the Mexico Open was still part of the PGA Tour Latinoamerica schedule. Rahm is playing for the second time in three weeks since his Masters victory. "I wish I would have taken advantage of it more. PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions y el logo del golfista haciendo swing son marcas registradas. A national open anywhere is very special.. He won the Mexico Open in 2018 on a different golf course it was held in Tijuana that year and when it was part of the PGA Tour Latinoamerica schedule. ', Transfer Centre LIVE! He finished with a 25-foot birdie putt, his third birdie putt of 15 feet or longer. Pereda missed a 4-foot birdie putt on the par-5 18th but had no complaints about his first time playing on the PGA Tour. He carded a third consecutive 3-under 69 to close out a three-stroke victory at The Grove in College Grove. I mean, still get a little bit of some goosebumps thinking about it, Smotherman said. Smotherman is winless on the PGA TOUR. He twice failed to get up-and-down from just off the green, missing par putts from the 6-foot range. "I don't think I need to get ahead of myself. Rahm is playing for the second time in three weeks since his Masters victory. His start was less than ideal in the best of the weather. He also had a pair of birdies on the pars 5 on the back nine. He won the 2021 Simmons Bank Open. I just told my caddie, Bees, bees, bees. And he looks at me like I'm crazy, van Rooyen said. Masters champion Jon Rahm, who won the Mexico Open at Vidanta for his only PGA Tour title a year ago, had five birdies on his last 11 holes to overcome a sluggish start for a 67. I wish I would have taken advantage of it more, Rahm said. He finished his round Thursday as though he'd love to see it on there again, closing with four straight birdies for an 8-under. Get the best prices and book a round at one of 1,700 courses across the UK & Ireland. Bees! Before long, Chez Reavie and Francesco Molinari and the caddies hit the turf to avoid a swarm of bees. Smotherman played bogey-free at Vidanta Vallarta. So, I dropped down, then he sees them, he dropped down. Those first 13 holes we had virtually no wind, about as easy conditions as it can get. VALLARTA, Mexico -- Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. He finished with a 25-foot birdie putt, his third birdie putt of 15 feet or longer. The South African is no stranger to seeing wildlife on the course, like when he tees it up at the Alfred Dunhill Championship at Leopard Creek Country Club overlooking Kruger National Park in South Africa. He finished his round Thursday as though he'd love to see it on there again, closing with four straight. Smotherman posts 63 for one-shot lead in Mexico, Rahm 4 back. That run included an eagle on the par-4 15th when he holed out from 141 yards. "I'm happy I played as good as I did on the back nine and capped it off with the putt on the last hole.". His start was less than ideal in the best of the weather. Those first 13 holes we had virtually no wind, about as easy conditions as it can get. But his round started to turn when he took an aggressive line over the water and left of the pin to about 7 feet on the par-3 17th and holed the putt for one of only two birdies on that hole in the first round. There are names on that trophy that are in the Hall of Fame. All the more impressive, No. Smotherman is winless on the PGA Tour. And he looks at me like I'm crazy," Van Rooyen said. This section is about Living in UAE and essential information you cannot live without. I wish I would have taken advantage of it more, Rahm said. The 2021 Barracuda Championship winner added another birdie on his closing hole to put a bow on the 64 his lowest TOUR round since a 62 at The American Express in January. I wish I would have taken advantage of it more," Rahm said. Smotherman closed with four straight birdies for an 8-under 63. Frankie and Chez, they look at me like Im nuts and then 30 seconds later the bees just went right at them. The Korn Ferry trademark is also a registered trademark, and is used in the Korn Ferry Tour logo with permission. He eventually hit just to the right of the green, pitched on, one-putted for a par and finished with a seven-under 64 that put him a stroke behind leader Austin Smotherman. VALLARTA, Mexico Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. Van Rooyen also had a big finish, playing his final five holes in 4 under. Prior to teeing off, van Rooyen joked with his caddie that he saw Smothermans 63 which tied the course record and said he probably did everything well. He also had a pair of birdies on the pars 5 on the back nine. Standing over the shot with a 4-iron, the South African backed off and said, Bees! Van Rooyen, who finished T-2, posted a 4-under score on Thursday that included an eagle and a pair of birdies. Van Rooyen also had a big finish, playing his final five holes in 4 under. The last time was on his final hole, the par-3 ninth, and he chipped in for his eighth birdie of the round. Smotherman played bogey-free at Vidanta Vallarta. Smotherman has won the Mexico Open in the past but he is still winless on the PGA Tour. Privacy Policy. You can manage them any time by clicking on the notification icon. I mean, still get a little bit of some goosebumps thinking about it, Smotherman said. Tony Finau was among five players at 65, and one of them felt just as good as Smotherman. He missed only three greens on a gorgeous morning. #TeamTaylorMade" His best moment might have been a par on the 10th. He twice failed to get up-and-down from just off the green, missing par putts from the 6-foot range. So I dropped down, then he sees them, he dropped down. The 13th hole there, he said, has a green next to water where one might see buffalo, hippo and even elephants. Both on your website and other media. His coach at Jacksonville, Mike Blackburn, sent him a text ahead of his first round to enjoy every shot as it comes. 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The threesome of Erik van Rooyen, Chez Reavie and Francesco Molinari took cover when a swarm of bees flew around them on the 10th hole in Vallarta, Mexico. Its funny, but certainly dont want to get stung by those bad boys.. He finished with a 25-foot birdie putt, his third birdie putt of 15 feet or longer. Im going to have a cold beer after this round today with my parents and just keep it very simple, Pereda said. Standing over the shot with a 4-iron, the South African backed off and said, Bees! Unfortunately for Austin Smotherman, we can't remember a player falling outside the top 125 in more brutal fashion than what happened to him on Saturday morning. His start was less than ideal in the best of the weather. His coach at Jacksonville, Mike Blackburn, sent him a text ahead of his first round to enjoy every shot as it comes. He followed the plan perfectly. I'm going to have a cold beer after this round today with my parents and just keep it very simple, Pereda said. "Just the reception, winning an event like that, the Mexico Open, which has such a deep history. Before long, Chez Reavie and Francesco Molinari and the caddies hit the turf to avoid a swarm of bees. So I dropped down, then he sees them, he dropped down. Your login session has expired. The last time was on his final hole, the par-3 ninth, and he chipped in for his eighth birdie of the round. He finished his round Thursday as though he'd love to see it on there again, closing with four straight birdies for an 8-under 63 and a one-shot lead over Erik van Rooyen and Tano Goya. Goya played bogey-free and finished with a birdie from left of the green on the par-5 18th. There are names on that trophy that are in the Hall of Fame. To find out more about the cookies and data we use, please check out our, Dear Reader, please register to read gulfnews.com, Password should have minimum 7 characters with at least one letter and number, Digital It's 18 holes a day, and just 18 chances for birdie, and just commit to every shot.. VALLARTA, Mexico Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. PGA Tour Bees! Before long, Chez Reavie and Francesco Molinari and the caddies hit the turf to avoid a swarm of bees. His start was less than ideal in the best of the weather. I dont think I need to get ahead of myself. "Those first 13 holes we had virtually no wind, about as easy conditions as it can get. Smotherman, a college teammate of Bryson DeChambeau at SMU, turned pro in 2016. The last time was on his final hole, the par-3 ninth, and he chipped in for his eighth birdie of the round. ASSOCIATED PRESS VALLARTA, Mexico Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. Masters champion Jon Rahm, who won the Mexico Open at Vidanta for his only PGA Tour title a year ago, had five birdies on his last 11 holes to overcome a sluggish start for a 67. Standing over the shot with a 4-iron, the South African van Rooyen backed off and said, "Bees! I wish I would have taken advantage of it more, Rahm said. Im happy I played as good as I did on the back nine and capped it off with the putt on the last hole.. Its 18 holes a day, and just 18 chances for birdie, and just commit to every shot.. Even so, the Mexico Open dates to 1944. Copyright 2023 PGA TOUR, Inc. All rights reserved. Frankie and Chez, they look at me like Im nuts and then 30 seconds later the bees just went right at them. Goya played bogey-free and finished with a birdie from left of the green on the par-5 18th. VALLARTA, Mexico -- Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. If it is, we could use your help. A theory making the rounds at the time was that Scheffler's comfortable connection with new caddie . Austin Smotherman of the United States waits with caddie on the 15th hole during the second round of the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links on April 14, 2023 in Hilton Head Island, South. Erik van Rooyens opening round at the Mexico Open at Vidanta generated plenty of buzz. I just told my caddie, Bees, bees, bees. And he looks at me like Im crazy, van Rooyen said. Austin Smotherman holds a 1-shot lead at the Mexico Open, where a swarm of bees briefly interrupted play and had the group of Erik Van Rooyen, Chez Reavie and Francesco Molinari running for cover. The last time was on his final hole, the par-3 ninth, and he chipped in for his eighth birdie of the round. The swarm caused van Rooyen and playing partners Chez Reavie and Francesco Molinari (plus the television crew) to get down on their knees or stomachs to avoid getting stung. He missed only three greens on a gorgeous morning. Last Updated: 28/04/23 7:47am. That included an eagle on the par-4 15th when he holed out from 141 yards. Those first 13 holes we had virtually no wind, about as easy conditions as it can get. His name is on the trophy with Ben Crenshaw, Billy Casper, Lee Trevino, Bobby Locke and Roberto De Vicenzo. Im happy I played as good as I did on the back nine and capped it off with the putt on the last hole.. It's 18 holes a day, and just 18 chances for birdie, and just commit to every shot.". His best moment might have been a par on the 10th. But his round started to turn when he took an aggressive line over the water and left of the pin to about 7 feet on the par-3 17th and holed the putt for one of only two birdies on that hole in the first round. A national open anywhere is very special., Austin Smothermans interview after Round 1 of the Mexico Open. Standing over the shot with a 4-iron, the South African backed off and said, Bees! He also had a pair of birdies on the pars 5 on the back nine. I mean, still get a little bit of some goosebumps thinking about it, Smotherman said. He added another birdie on No. It's 18 holes a day, and just 18 chances for birdie, and just commit to every shot.. PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions, and the Swinging Golfer design are registered trademarks. Van Rooyen also had a big finish, playing his final five holes in 4 under. Its funny, but certainly dont want to get stung by those bad boys.. Neville: Spurs can't afford to let Kane leave this summer, Arteta: This is not over | Lampard: Arsenal still in the title race. He finished his round Thursday as though he'd love to see it on there again, closing with four straight birdies for an 8-under 63 and a one-shot lead over Erik van Rooyen and Tano Goya. Smotherman played bogey-free at Vidanta Vallarta. He won the Mexico Open in 2018 on a different golf course -- it was held in Tijuana that year -- and when it was part of the PGA TOUR Latinoamerica schedule. No results found. Masters champion Jon Rahm, who won the Mexico Open at Vidanta for his only 2022 PGA Tour title a year ago, had five birdies on his last 11 holes to overcome a sluggish start for a 67. The 26-year-old, one of seven players from Mexico playing in Puerto Vallarta at Vidanta Vallarta this week, was born in Mexico City and played collegiately at Jacksonville University. Bees!" I just told my caddie, Bees, bees, bees. And he looks at me like Im crazy, van Rooyen said. He twice failed to get up-and-down from just off the green, missing par putts from the 6-foot range. Even so, the Mexico Open dates to 1944. His coach at Jacksonville, Mike Blackburn, sent him a text ahead of his first round to enjoy every shot as it comes. Youve just got reset and refocus, so its simple., Van Rooyen began his day with four birdies in his first seven holes before making a bogey on the par-4 eighth. His name is on the trophy with Ben Crenshaw, Billy Casper, Lee Trevino, Bobby Locke and Roberto De Vicenzo. I don't think I need to get ahead of myself. Rahm is playing for the second time in three weeks since his Masters victory. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. It's just like any other sanctioned tour event for me. Rahm is playing for the second time in three weeks since his Masters victory. But his round started to turn when he took an aggressive line over the water and left of the pin to about 7 feet on the par-3 17th and holed the putt for one of only two birdies on that hole in the first round. I wish I would have taken advantage of it more, Rahm said. "I'm going to have a cold beer after this round today with my parents and just keep it very simple," Pereda said. Please logout and login again. He's projected to miss the #FedExCup Playoffs (ranked No. Im happy I played as good as I did on the back nine and capped it off with the putt on the last hole.. So I dropped down, then he sees them, he dropped down. subscription, ePaper He twice failed to get up-and-down from just off the green, missing par putts from the 6-foot range. Defending champion Jon Rahm had a rough start at Vidanta Vallarta, but five birdies in the last 11 holes meant he would finish T-14 with a score of 4-under 67. "It's funny, but certainly don't want to get stung by those bad boys.". Papers: Zidane keen on return to management, Klopp rages at ref Tierney again | PGMOL: Official did nothing wrong, Sprint beef, Ferrari respite & reignited title fight | What we learnt in Baku, Ten Hag: Criticism of Bruno captaincy 'crazy', Neville: Spurs 'a shambolic mess' | Levy under massive pressure, John Rahm four off Mexico Open leader Austin Smotherman after the opening round at Vidanta. Raul Pereda of Mexico, who played college golf at Jacksonville University, made his PGA TOUR debut as a sponsor exemption in his national Open. But his round started to turn when he took an aggressive line over the water and left of the pin to about 7 feet on the par-3 17th and holed the putt for one of only two birdies on that hole in the first round. Dermot: Klopp case closed but Jota got lucky! Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. He finished with a 25-foot birdie putt, his third birdie putt of 15 feet or longer. Bees! "Just the reception, winning an event like that, the Mexico Open, which has such a deep history. He finished with a 25-foot birdie putt, his third birdie putt of 15 feet or longer. I wish I would have taken advantage of it more, Rahm said. Cards 7-under 64 after eluding swarm of bees at Vidanta Vallarta, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. He twice failed to get up-and-down from just off the green, missing par putts from the 6-foot range. He followed the plan perfectly. After two delays, rainy weather and windy conditions, Austin Smotherman captured the title at the Simmons Bank Open for the Snedeker Foundation Sunday afternoon. Standing over the shot with a 4-iron, the South African backed off and said, Bees! Bees! Before long, Reavie and Molinari and the caddies hit the turf to avoid the swarm. A national open anywhere is very special.. Bees! Smotherman played bogey-free at Vidanta Vallarta. Pereda missed a 4-foot birdie putt on the par-5 18th but had no complaints about his first time playing on the PGA TOUR. He finished his round Thursday as though he'd love to see it on there again, closing with. VALLARTA, Mexico -- Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. Those first 13 holes we had virtually no wind, about as easy conditions as it can get. I kind of did the same thing today, so everything clicked nicely, van Rooyen said. There are names on that trophy that are in the Hall of Fame. There are names on that trophy that are in the Hall of Fame. I just told my caddie, Bees, bees, bees. And he looks at me like I'm crazy, van Rooyen said. VALLARTA, Mexico -- Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. (Molinari) and (Reavie) look at me like I'm nuts and then they realized, like, 30 seconds later the bees just went right at them., It's funny, but certainly don't want to get stung by those bad boys.. His coach at Jacksonville, Mike Blackburn, sent him a text ahead of his first round to enjoy every shot as it comes. Heartbreak for Austin Smotherman. That included an eagle on the par-4 15th when he holed out from 141 yards. Jon Rahm, of Spain, checks his score card . 10 played as the second-toughest of the day. All rights reserved. Born in 1994, Smotherman turned professional in 2016 and started playing on the PGA Latino America Tour and Korn Ferry Tour. "I just told my caddie, Bees, bees, bees.' PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions, and the Swinging Golfer design are registered trademarks. I mean, still get a little bit of some goosebumps thinking about it, Smotherman said. Van Rooyen also had a big finish, playing his final five holes in 4 under. The last time was on his final hole, the par-3 ninth, and he chipped in for his eighth birdie of the round. Bees!" Information from the Associated Press was used in this report. 230 likes, 3 comments - TaylorMade Golf Canada (@taylormade_ca) on Instagram: "How did @gaugs88 pull this off? Tano Goya and Erik van Rooyen trail Smotherman by one, both on seven under, with the latter having a big finish that saw him play his final five holes in four under - including an eagle on the par-four 15th when he holed out from 141 yards. Just the reception, winning an event like that, the Mexico Open, which has such a deep history. Pereda missed a 4-foot birdie putt on the par-5 18th but had no complaints about his first time playing on the PGA TOUR. Tony Finau is among five players two shots off the lead after a six-under opening round of 65. It's just like any other sanctioned event for me. So I dropped down, then he sees them, he dropped down. Its funny, but certainly dont want to get stung by those bad boys.. Smotherman played bogey-free at Vidanta Vallarta. Al Nisr Publishing LLC 2023. "So I dropped down, then he sees them, he dropped down. His coach at Jacksonville, Mike Blackburn, sent him a text ahead of his first round to enjoy every shot as it comes. He followed the plan perfectly. Who is Austin Smotherman? Get premium, high resolution news photos at Getty Images He missed only three greens on a gorgeous morning. There are names on that trophy that are in the Hall of Fame. 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