Aussie Golfer Nearly Breaks 25-Year Record at Phoenix Open
Australian golfer Cam Davis is making headlines at the 2023 Phoenix Open. The Sydney native, 30, is currently two-under par after the first two rounds. This performance has earned him a spot in the weekend play at one of the PGA Tour’s most celebrated events.
A Close Call for a Historic Ace
One significant moment during Davis’s rounds has sparked excitement among fans and commentators. At the par-four 17th hole, he delivered an impressive tee shot that narrowly missed sinking into the hole. Following this, Davis successfully converted a short eagle putt. If his tee shot had found the bottom of the cup, it would have been the first par-four hole-in-one on the PGA Tour in over 25 years.
Commentator Taylor Zarzour captured the moment’s intensity, noting, “We have not had an ace on a Par 4 since Andrew McGee did it decades ago on the PGA Tour.” Davis’s near-miss has reignited interest in the rarity of aces on par-four holes.
Current Standings at the Phoenix Open
Davis is currently tied for 52nd position, trailing leader Ryo Hisatsune of Japan, who sits at eleven-under par. Hideki Matsuyama, another Japanese golfer, is just one stroke behind. Meanwhile, Australia’s Min Woo Lee has emerged as the top Aussie contender at six-under par.
Key Statistics from the Phoenix Open
- Location: TPC Scottsdale
- Prize Money: Approximately $13 million
- Current Leader: Ryo Hisatsune (-11)
- Best Australian: Min Woo Lee (-6)
- Cam Davis Position: Tied 52nd (-2)
Play is set to resume on Sunday morning AEDT, as competitors vie for a share of the substantial prize purse and the chance to make history at the iconic course.
