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PGA, Golf Herren The American Express – Second Round Jan 20, 2023 La Quinta, California, USA Rickie Fowler looks on during the second round of The American Express golf tournament at Nicklaus Tournament Course. La Quinta Nicklaus Tournament Course California USA, EDITORIAL USE ONLY PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxONLY Copyright: xOrlandoxRamirezx 20230120_ojr_rb5_047 Image Courtesy: IMAGO
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PGA, Golf Herren The American Express – Second Round Jan 20, 2023 La Quinta, California, USA Rickie Fowler looks on during the second round of The American Express golf tournament at Nicklaus Tournament Course. La Quinta Nicklaus Tournament Course California USA, EDITORIAL USE ONLY PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxONLY Copyright: xOrlandoxRamirezx 20230120_ojr_rb5_047 Image Courtesy: IMAGO
It has only been a few days since golf enthusiasts were thrown off their feet by everything that happened at the Masters Tournament. Beginning from Tiger Woods‘ unexpected exit, to Phil Mickelson’s unbelievable T2 finish, followed by Jon Rahm’s spectacular win! It was nothing less than an absolute treat for the game’s biggest fans.
However, the fans are already fastening their seat belts for another upcoming major tournament. With only days to go for the PGA Championship, the golf world is extremely excited to witness some serious action on the course. However, among all these professionals, will Rickie Fowler be able to make an appearance at the event?
Is Rickie Fowler playing at the PGA Championship?
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Besides being a long-time player on the PGA Tour, Fowler is also one of the most prominent supporters of the American League. Being one of the front-row flag bearers of the tour, Fowler holds a special place in the hearts of golf fans. In fact, he has earned millions of admirers in the golf fraternity, not just for his skills, but also for his bold, unfiltered personality.
🚨☢️ BREAKING NEWS ☢️🚨
RICKIE FOWLER IS BACK INSIDE THE TOP 50 OWGR FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 2.5 YEARS. WHAT A COMEBACK IT HAS BEEN. HE IS BACK WHERE HE BELONGS. LETS GOOOOOOO. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/uBFpNLBt3T
— Rickie Fowler Tracker (@Rickie_Tracker) May 7, 2023
Notably, fans are expecting to see the player back in action at the upcoming PGA Championship at Oak Hill Country Club.
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With Wyndham Clark’s clear domination among the fans, there are some who are hoping to see the OGs of the game back on the top. And thankfully, there is some really good news for them.
As per reports, Fowler, who was no. 103 in the OWGR last year, is back among the top 50 players on the leaderboard. Thanks to his T14 finish at the Wells Fargo Championship, the golfer has made his way to the 50th rank. And that means, he is among the latest qualifiers for the arriving major, the 2023 PGA Championship.
Are LIV Golf players allowed to enter the PGA Championship?
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One of the major reasons for this level of excitement among fans for the Masters was the presence of LIV Golf stars at Augusta. Similarly, fans are expecting the same level of thrill for the PGA Championship. And so, the PGA of America has decided to allow LIV Golf defectors to make it to the field given that they qualify as per the criteria. Currently, players including Phil Mickelson and Brooks Koepka have already qualified for the tournament. And thus, it is not going to be easy for Fowler to claim the title at the mega event! What do you think? Let us know in the comments below.
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