Rickie Fowler's Near-Miss at RBC Heritage Due to Flagstick
Unyielding flagstick ruins Rickie Fowler’s unbelievable shot at RBC Heritage
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Rickie Fowler, a popular golfer on the PGA Tour, faced disappointment during the second round of the RBC Heritage on April 17, 2023, when his near-perfect shot on the par-3 14th hole was deflected by the flagstick. He ended the round tied with several players at 8-under par.
- 01Rickie Fowler is a well-known golfer with six PGA Tour victories.
- 02During the RBC Heritage, Fowler was 7-under par before the 14th hole.
- 03His shot on the 172-yard hole nearly went in but hit the flagstick.
- 04Fowler finished the round at 8-under, tied with seven others.
- 05The RBC Heritage continues with its third round on April 18, 2023.
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Rickie Fowler, a prominent golfer on the PGA Tour with six victories and $55 million in career earnings, participated in the second round of the RBC Heritage on April 17, 2023, at Harbour Town Golf Links in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Approaching the par-3 14th hole at 7-under par, Fowler executed a near-perfect shot from 172 yards. The ball landed on the green, bounced three times, and rolled toward the cup but was deflected by the flagstick, causing it to veer left. Fowler settled for a birdie, bringing his score to 8-under par, placing him in a tie with seven other players, one stroke behind Patrick Cantlay and six behind the leader, Matthew Fitzpatrick. The RBC Heritage continues with the third round scheduled for April 18, 2023, and CBS will provide coverage.
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