The 2023 edition of Shriners Children’s Open has concluded with Tom Kim coming out victorious. Making history with his two-peat win, Kim has been in the news for quite some time.
However, this is about the man who finished solo second with the support of his family and fans and was just one stroke away from winning it all. Adam Hadwin had a remarkable event as he contested for the top spot, and had he won, it would have been special as he had the strongest support of his daughter from afar.
Adam Hadwin has a solo second finish at the Shriners Children’s Open, losing out to Tom Kim
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The Shriners Children’s Open started on 12th October, with Tom Kim coming to defend his title. TPC Summerlin became a historical course as Kim won twice and Lexi Thompson became the 7th woman to compete among men.
Meanwhile, Hadwin had a bogey-free third round and shared the lead with Kim and 2 others. Coming on the ultimate day of an intense battle with Kim, Hadwin found his ball in a water hazard. This gave Tom a 2-stroke lead and even after making a 25-foot putt at the 18th hole, Hadwin had to suffice with a solo second win.
Back home, Hadwin had his three-year-old daughter cheering for him. The 35-year-old’s wife, Jessica Hadwin, shared an adorable video of their daughter having “fun” while watching her dad.
Only one thing more fun than watching @ahadwingolf in person, and that’s watching our girl watch him 🥹 pic.twitter.com/q9GjOpUfoz
— Jessica Hadwin (@jessicahadwin) October 16, 2023
The Canadian golfer has only one PGA Tour victory in his career and this triumph could have added to the list. Regardless, the runner-up position made the Canadians proud and fans were quick to react to the video shared by Jessica and congratulated the couple.
Fans congratulate and celebrate Adam Hadwin’s excellent performance at the Shriners Children’s Open
Writing a note to Hadwin’s daughter, a fan requested her to be proud of his performance and excellence.
Be proud of your daddy! He represented himself, your family and all of Canada really well today, and all season! Thanks for sharing him with us !!
— Professor Falken (@SDonlose) October 16, 2023
This fan congratulated the couple and made fun of Adam’s famous builder hobbies and how he can now afford protective gear while doing them.
Congrats to the family on the solid tournament 💪#TourChampionship on the way!
Adam can now afford to pick up a safety harness for his high-wire handy-man work 😉
🪜🛠️🪚🧰— REDEMPTION Golf (@REDEMPTION_GOLF) October 16, 2023
Another fan hopped on the accolade bandwagon, and once again showed his joy at Hadwin’s second-place finish.
I know it wasn’t a win, but congrats to you both. Solo 2nd!
— Steven Tyler (@tylersteven68) October 16, 2023
This one pointed out that despite a loss, the golfer has earned $900K in prize money and that is still better.
A great week, not a W, but daddy's bringing home a nice paycheck!!
— Dan Masson (@Dan_Masson1) October 16, 2023
Another complimented his game skills and congratulated him heartily.
Adam did good today. Congrats.
— Wandering Elk. (@JohnPatonV) October 16, 2023
One fan was amazed by his putt at 18 and loved the sheer dedication shown by Adam and wished to see him win next year.
Congrats to @ahadwingolf for a great performance. I know it isn't the result he wanted, but, was a great fight back putt on 18.. great things to come for him and the rest of the 🇨🇦🇨🇦 clan next year..
— that almost blind guy (@kharrisinsuranc) October 16, 2023
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This one too was equally impressed by the last hole putt and was amused by it.
that putt specifically had to be fun to watch
— berniebirdiebro (@birdieberniebro) October 16, 2023
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This was Hadwin’s first game after the BMW Championship in August. Standing at 56 in the world rankings, he is trying to improve his rank and get himself in the top 50 for that spot at the Masters.
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