“I Can’t Help but..”: PGA Tour Announcer’s Hilarious Message to Competitors After Missing the U.S. Open Qualifier

PGA Tour announcer Andres Gonzales faced an unfortunate twist of fate as he missed the U.S. Open qualifier due to an unexpected clash between his new day job and his love for playing golf.

While covering the Memorial Tournament in Ohio, Gonzales realized that it would hinder his chances of participating in the qualifier. Despite experiencing a travel nightmare and a canceled flight from Chicago, Gonzales maintained his sense of humor. The irony of the situation was not lost on the former PGA Tour pro turned announcer.

Travel turmoil: PGA tour announcer’s missed opportunity

In a truly unfortunate turn of events, Andres Gonzales found himself unable to reach Monday’s U.S. Open final qualifier due to an unexpected clash between his new day job and his passion for playing golf.

He tweeted, “My US Open Sectional is tomorrow at my home course @TCGCProShop. After hours of delays and one flight change, my connection from Chicago was canceled. No flights out that will get me to my morning time on time. I can’t help but feel everyone at my site got lucky. 😉 next year”

The former PGA Tour pro, who now serves as a PGA Tour LIVE announcer, was covering the Memorial Tournament outside Columbus, Ohio, on Sunday, only to realize that it would hinder his participation in the U.S. Open qualifier.

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Gonzales experienced a travel nightmare as he attempted to make his way from Ohio to the west coast. The culmination of his arduous journey came in the form of a canceled flight out of Chicago, leaving the 40-year-old golfer with no feasible way to reach Tacoma Country & Golf Club, his home club and the venue for his Monday tee time. The irony of the situation was not lost on Gonzales.

Viktor Hovland’s memorable win at 2023 Memorial tournament

Norwegian golfer Viktor Hovland stole the show at the thrilling 2023 Memorial Tournament, defeating his American rival Denny McCarthy in an epic playoff.

It all came down to the wire as both players finished the final day with a score of -7, forcing a sudden death round. Hovland showed off his skills and sealed the deal by making a clutch par on the first round over the 18th hole. It was a nail-biting finish! Despite missing a long birdie putt, Hovland’s opponent couldn’t keep up, giving Hovland the chance to secure his fourth PGA Tour title with a six-foot par putt. What a memorable victory for Hovland!

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