I'm going to have a cold beer after this round today with my parents and just keep it very simple, Pereda said. Tony Finau was among five players at 65, and one of them felt just as good as Smotherman. 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. Get premium, high resolution news photos at Getty Images 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. "I don't think I need to get ahead of myself. Its funny, but certainly dont want to get stung by those bad boys.. 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. 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 Im crazy, van Rooyen said. VALLARTA, Mexico -- Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. Bees! Those first 13 holes we had virtually no wind, about as easy conditions as it can get. Van Rooyen also had a big finish, playing his final five holes in 4 under. 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. That included an eagle on the par-4 15th when he holed out from 141 yards. I kind of did the same thing today, so everything clicked nicely, van Rooyen said. Van Rooyen also had a big finish, playing his final five holes in 4 under. 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. He also had a pair of birdies on the pars 5 on the back nine. Tony Finau was among five players at 65, and one of them felt just as good as Smotherman. 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. Smotherman is winless on the PGA Tour. 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. Here's the leaderboard after the first round: Round 2 of the 2023 Mexico Open will start at 8:45 am on Friday, April 28, with Brian Stuard, Kelly Kraft, and Joseph Bramlett teeing up on hole 1. Smotherman played bogey-free at Vidanta Vallarta. Smotherman, a college teammate of Bryson DeChambeau at SMU, turned pro in 2016. 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. Rory McIlroy to defend RBC Canadian Open title at Oakdale Golf and Country Club, Hannah Green of Australia wins LPGA at Wilshire in playoff, Finau wins Mexico Open, Gooch wins 2nd straight LIV event. "Just the reception, winning an event like that, the Mexico Open, which has such a deep history. After that, they were married in a private ceremony. Before long, Reavie and Molinari and the caddies hit the turf to avoid the swarm. He carded a third consecutive 3-under 69 to close out a three-stroke victory at The Grove in College Grove. He also had a pair of birdies on the pars 5 on the back nine. Well send you latest news updates through the day. AP golf: https://apnews.com/hub/golf and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports, Sign in or register for your free account. 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. He twice failed to get up-and-down from just off the green, missing par putts from the 6-foot range. If it is, we could use your help. Smotherman played bogey-free at Vidanta Vallarta. Standing over the shot with a 4-iron, the South African backed off and said, Bees! It's 18 holes a day, and just 18 chances for birdie, and just commit to every shot.". 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. But after an opening-round 64, there is just one part of nature of which van Rooyen hopes to remain acquainted through the week. 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. That included an eagle on the par-4 15th when he holed out from 141 yards. I don't think I need to get ahead of myself. Al Nisr Publishing LLC 2023. 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. 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. It's 18 holes a day, and just 18 chances for birdie, and just commit to every shot.. There are names on that trophy that are in the Hall of Fame. Disable anytime. 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 Frankie and Chez, they look at me like Im nuts and then 30 seconds later the bees just went right at them. Im happy I played as good as I did on the back nine and capped it off with the putt on the last hole.. Masters . 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. The Mexico Open's history dates back to 1944 and it has seen names like Lee Trevino, Bobby Locke, Ben Crenshaw, Billy Casper, and Roberto De Vicenzo lifting the trophy ever since. 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. I don't think I need to get ahead of myself. He twice failed to get up-and-down from just off the green, missing par putts from the 6-foot range. PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions, and the Swinging Golfer design are registered trademarks. He's projected to miss the #FedExCup Playoffs (ranked No. His start was less than ideal in the best of the weather. I feel like Ive been trending the last couple months and things came together nicely today. "I mean, still get a little bit of some goosebumps thinking about it," Smotherman said. Erik van Rooyens opening round at the Mexico Open at Vidanta generated plenty of buzz. "Frankie and Chez, they look at me like I'm nuts and then 30 seconds later the bees just went right at them. Smotherman is winless on the PGA Tour. At Vidanta Vallarta, Austin Smotherman is the current leader at -8 under through one round in the 2023 Mexico Open at Vidanta (Vallarta, Mexico).Smotherman shot -8 on Thursday in the first round to take a one-stroke lead over Erik Van Rooyen.Looking for players' tee times for the second round of the 2023 Mexico Open at Vidanta, plus TV and streaming info? 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. 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. Im happy I played as good as I did on the back nine and capped it off with the putt on the last hole.. Austin Smotherman closed the first round of the Mexico Open at Vidanta with four back-to-back birdies, carding an 8-under 63 to secure a one-stroke lead over Erik van Rooyen and Tano Goya. "A national open anywhere is very special.". Those first 13 holes we had virtually no wind, about as easy conditions as it can get. Heartbreak for Austin Smotherman. I wish I would have taken advantage of it more, Rahm said. 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 coach at Jacksonville, Mike Blackburn, sent him a text ahead of his first round to enjoy every shot as it comes. His coach at Jacksonville, Mike Blackburn, sent him a text ahead of his first round to enjoy every shot as it comes. His coach at Jacksonville, Mike Blackburn, sent him a text ahead of his first round to enjoy every shot as it comes. 230 likes, 3 comments - TaylorMade Golf Canada (@taylormade_ca) on Instagram: "How did @gaugs88 pull this off? These cookies are used to improve your experience and provide more personalized service to you. 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 followed the plan perfectly. Before long, Chez Reavie and Francesco Molinari and the caddies hit the turf to avoid a swarm of bees. 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. Smotherman is winless on the PGA TOUR. He finished his round Thursday as though he'd love to see it on there again, closing with. I wish I would have taken advantage of it more," Rahm said. Van Rooyen, who finished T-2, posted a 4-under score on Thursday that included an eagle and a pair of birdies. Bees! He missed only three greens on a gorgeous morning. Bees! So I dropped down, then he sees them, he dropped down. Dermot: Klopp case closed but Jota got lucky! I'm going to have a cold beer after this round today with my parents and just keep it very simple, Pereda said. Van Rooyen also had a big finish, playing his final five holes in 4 under. 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. Those first 13 holes we had virtually no wind, about as easy conditions as it can get. Austin Smotherman parents Smotherman entered Wyndham. His coach at Jacksonville, Mike Blackburn, sent him a text ahead of his first round to enjoy every shot as it comes. 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. Consider a small monthly contribution to support your local journalists. Smotherman played bogey-free at Vidanta Vallarta. That included an eagle on the par-4 15th when he holed out from 141 yards. 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. Smotherman closed with four straight birdies for an 8-under 63. He followed the plan perfectly. March 23, 2023 4:45 pm ET. The. Copyright 2023 PGA TOUR, Inc. All rights reserved. Bees! Before long, Chez Reavie and Francesco Molinari and the caddies hit the turf to avoid a swarm of bees. I don't think I need to get ahead of myself. His start was less than ideal in the best of the weather. He played collegiate golf at Southern Methodist University and currently plays on the Korn Ferry Tour. Bees! Before long, Chez Reavie and Francesco Molinari and the caddies hit the turf to avoid a swarm of bees. 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. Ref Watch LIVE! His name is on the trophy with Ben Crenshaw, Billy Casper, Lee Trevino, Bobby Locke and Roberto De Vicenzo. His best moment might have been a par on the 10th. He finished with a 25-foot birdie putt, his third birdie putt of 15 feet or longer. 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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. Its funny, but certainly dont want to get stung by those bad boys.. Bees! Rahm is playing for the second time in three weeks since his Masters victory. 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. This website stores cookies on your computer. 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. 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. Tano 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. There are names on that trophy that are in the Hall of Fame. 125 entering the week) after going par-double bogey on his final two holes after the restart to miss. 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. You dont really plan on holing out from 137, so when it happens its pretty sweet, van Rooyen said. Rahm is playing for the second time in three weeks since his Masters victory. Jon Rahm, of Spain, checks his score card . They were together for a few years. Copyright 2023 PGA TOUR, Inc. Todos los derechos reservados. 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. He missed only three greens on a gorgeous morning. Austin Smotherman closed the first round of the Mexico Open at Vidanta with four back-to-back birdies, carding an 8-under 63 to secure a one-stroke lead over Erik van Rooyen and Tano Goya. I mean, still get a little bit of some goosebumps thinking about it, Smotherman 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 63 and a one-shot lead over Erik van Rooyen and Tano Goya. His best moment might have been a par on the 10th. His name is on the trophy with Ben Crenshaw, Billy Casper, Lee Trevino, Bobby Locke and Roberto De Vicenzo. 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. His best moment might have been a par on the 10th. He missed only three greens on a gorgeous morning. 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. Austin Smotherman prepares hits a shot during the third round of the Nationwide Children's Hospital Championship at The Ohio State University Golf Club on Aug. 28 in Columbus, Ohio. Rahm is playing for the second time in three weeks since his Masters victory. 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. 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. A national open anywhere is very special.. Enable push notifications on your device. Watch the Mexico Open throughout the week live on Sky Sports. His start was less than ideal in the best of the weather. 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. 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. 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. His name is on the trophy with Ben Crenshaw, Billy Casper, Lee Trevino, Bobby Locke and Roberto De Vicenzo. Highlights of round one at the Mexico Open at the Vidanta Vallarta course, Jon Rahm carded a four-under opening round of 67 at the Mexico Open, Erik van Rooyen and several other players on the 10th hole of the Abierto Mexicano de Golf course as they were forced to drop to the floor because of an approaching swarm of bees, Ref Watch: 'Klopp case closed but Jota got lucky! 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. Even so, the Mexico Open dates to 1944. Van Rooyen also had a big finish, playing his final five holes in 4 under. Austin shot an 8-under par 63 to hold a one-shot lead over Erik van Rooyen and Tano Goya. He followed the plan perfectly. Tony Finau was among five players at 65, and one of them felt just as good as Smotherman. 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. It's just like any other sanctioned tour event for me. I wish I would have taken advantage of it more, Rahm said. So I dropped down, then he sees them, he dropped down. 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. Michael Gligic of Burlington, Ont., finished with a 74. PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions y el logo del golfista haciendo swing son marcas registradas. 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 Tony Finau was among five players at 65, and one of them felt just as good as Smotherman. "A swarm of bees was probably not something @FredVR_ and crew saw coming @MexicoOpenGolf pic.twitter.com/4RjzysQ5qx. Prior to teeing off,. 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 . "It's funny, but certainly don't want to get stung by those bad boys.". Frankie and Chez, they look at me like Im nuts and then 30 seconds later the bees just went right at them. Rahm is playing for the second time in three weeks since his Masters victory. "Those first 13 holes we had virtually no wind, about as easy conditions as it can get," Rahm said after his round. A national open anywhere is very special., Austin Smothermans interview after Round 1 of the Mexico Open. 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. This is Rahm's second event in three weeks since winning the 2023 Masters. He missed only three greens on a gorgeous morning. That included an eagle on the par-4 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. He added another birdie on No. 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. Bees!" Golfer takes early lead at 2023 Mexico Open at Vidanta. La marca comercial de Korn Ferry tambin es una marca comercial registrada y se usa en el logotipo del Korn Ferry Tour con autorizacin. His best moment might have been a par on the 10th. Those first 13 holes we had virtually no wind, about as easy conditions as it can get. Rahm is playing for the second time in three weeks since his Masters victory. Bees! Goya played bogey-free and finished with a birdie from left of the green on the par-5 18th. Last Updated: 28/04/23 7:47am. He missed only three greens on a gorgeous morning. VALLARTA, Mexico (AP) Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. House G.O.P., Divided Over Immigration, Advances Border Crackdown Plan; Democrats see abortion as winning issue with 2024 Biden reelection launch Van Rooyen also had a big finish, playing his final five holes in 4 under. He finished his round Thursday as though he'd love to see it on there again, closing with four straight. And he looks at me like I'm crazy," Van Rooyen said. 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 just told my caddie, Bees, bees, bees. And he looks at me like I'm crazy, van Rooyen said. Standing over the shot with a 4-iron, the South African backed off and said, Bees! Privacy Policy. He also had a pair of birdies on the pars 5 on the back nine. Even so, the Mexico Open dates to 1944. I had a 4-iron in my hand to a pin thats tucked on the right, he explained. 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. 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. 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. His name is on the trophy with Ben Crenshaw, Billy Casper, Lee Trevino, Bobby Locke and Roberto De Vicenzo. The last time was on his final hole, the par-3 ninth, and he chipped in for his eighth birdie of the round. Goya played bogey-free and finished with a birdie from left of the green on the par-5 18th. 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. Goya played bogey-free and finished with a birdie from left of the green on the par-5 18th. Those first 13 holes we had virtually no wind, about as easy conditions as it can get. I just told my caddie, Bees, bees, bees. And he looks at me like Im crazy, van Rooyen said. ", "I have never seen anything like that. His best moment might have been a par on the 10th. Information from the Associated Press was used in this report. Van Rooyen also had a big finish, playing his final five holes in 4 under. A theory making the rounds at the time was that Scheffler's comfortable connection with new caddie . So I dropped down, then he sees them, he dropped down. He finished his round Thursday as though he'd love to see it on there again, closing with four straight. The Korn Ferry trademark is also a registered trademark, and is used in the Korn Ferry Tour logo with permission. and Im going to have a cold beer after this round today with my parents and just keep it very simple, Pereda said. "I've been out doing. His first victory on the Korn Ferry Tour came in 2021 at the Simmons Bank Open, where he beat Paul Haley II and Yuan Yechun by 3 strokes. "I just told my caddie, 'Bees, bees, bees.' And he looks at me . It's just like any other sanctioned tour event for me. Bees! "Just the reception, winning an event like that, the Mexico Open, which has such a deep history. "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.". Smotherman, Austin Austin Gaugert Stallings, Scott Jon Yarbrough Straka, Sepp John Davenport Streb, Robert Steve Catlin Streelman, Kevin Michael Bestor Stroud, Chris Christopher Brown Stuard, Brian Todd Montoya Svensson, Adam AJ Montecinos Tarren, Callum Ryan Boshoven Taylor, Nick Dave Markle Taylor, Vaughn Frank Williams Thompson, Curtis Dave Lees Raul Pereda of Mexico, who played college golf at Jacksonville University, made his PGA Tour debut as a sponsor exemption in his national Open. Its funny, but certainly dont want to get stung by those bad boys.. Just the reception, winning an event like that, the Mexico Open, which has such a deep history. He finished his round Thursday as though he'd love to see it on there again, closing with four. "Those first 13 holes we had virtually no wind, about as easy conditions as it can get. That included an eagle on the par-4 15th when he holed out from 141 yards. I'm going to have a cold beer after this round today with my parents and just keep it very simple, Pereda said. He twice failed to get up-and-down from just off the green, missing par putts from the 6-foot range. Neville: Spurs can't afford to let Kane leave this summer, Arteta: This is not over | Lampard: Arsenal still in the title race. The 28-year-old American pro golfer married Jesse Smotherman, his long-time girlfriend. VALLARTA, Mexico -- Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. Smotherman played bogey-free in his opening round, while he missed only three greens in regulation on a gorgeous morning. PGA Tour Im happy I played as good as I did on the back nine and capped it off with the putt on the last hole.. 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. It's 18 holes a day, and just 18 chances for birdie, and just commit to every shot.. Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions, and the Swinging Golfer design are registered trademarks. Standing over the shot with a 4-iron, the South African backed off and said, Bees!
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