The date of June 11, 2023, will be marked on the golf calendar for more reasons than one. After a stupendous performance, the Canadian Open title was claimed by Canadian golfer, Nick Taylor on his national ground. But the celebrations were short-lived. While commemorating his comrade’s victory, Adam Hadwin soon met the floor on the field’s 18th Green.
Following the historic yet hilarious moment at the Canadian Championship, Adam Hadwin is all set for his journey in the US Open. However, he was met with a hilarious prank set by the United States Golf Association that left the Saskatchwen-born PGA Tour golfer and his fans in stitches.
Adam Hadwin was taken aback by USGA’s gesture
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The Valspar Champion went looking for his gear when he found a surprising gift from the USGA. The incident at the Canadian Open raised speculations among fans and fellow golfers about any injury Adam may have sustained. However, his jovial response and understanding during the event may have instigated the prank.
In his locker was a note from Robbie Zalzneck and Jenny Pritchard saying, “Adam, Glad you’re feeling better and made the trip. Your safety and security are our utmost priority. We’re here to support you and ensure your well-being.”
Ready for a great week @usopengolf. Thanks to the @USGA for keeping me safe! pic.twitter.com/qbUbOkvWvK
— adam hadwin (@ahadwingolf) June 12, 2023
Adam filmed this reel to share the moment with his fans on his official Twitter page saying, “I mean, I’m glad.”
What Adam is glad about is clear in his tweet. Instead of his golfing gear, there were hard hats and a construction vest with the USGA logo scrawled across them. Even though Adam is on his feet and ready to forget the incident at the Canadian Open, people around him seem much too amused to let it go so easily. But they also seem to recognize his big heart and fortitude towards humanity.
Fellow athletes and fans react to Adam Hadwin’s gift from the USGA
Hadwin embraced the moment at the Canadian Open with maturity and understanding. His warmth inspired the golfing community to also accept that sometimes misunderstandings can be handled with grace. Thus, his post also received mixed reactions from both his fans and other members from the world of golf.
LOL looked like they were laughing at it at first but when his caddy realized you were in trouble he looked like a teammate coming over the boards. Thought we were going to see a golfers vs. Security line brawl!
— scomo (@Mouls) June 13, 2023
😂 The USGA pic.twitter.com/HnzZOv7LAh
— Jessica Hadwin (@jessicahadwin) June 12, 2023
well played, USGA 👏
— TSF ⛳️ (@topshotfund) June 12, 2023
Hadwin may have even acquired some new admirers.
Love the way you handled this, don’t watch golf but now I’ll be rooting for you! Good luck!
— Jess (@Jess353966335) June 12, 2023
While others continue to recognize his good nature and value in the field of golf.
You’re an international treasure, Adam! We’ve got to keep you safe at all costs.
— Mark Baldwin (@markbaldwin1) June 12, 2023
So just to confirm…you are playing right🙏🏼🤞🏻
— WaileaRose (@WaileaRose) June 12, 2023
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While some shared incredibly useful advice for his upcoming participation in the US Open Championship
Glad you are safe! For practical reasons, please don’t sign any waivers or releases for the next little while as injuries can (hopefully not, forever) surface much later like Mike Weir. Best wishes on your Open!
— Frank Loves Nancy (@nancylovesfrank) June 12, 2023
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Adam has a lot to look forward to with his US Open participation, and we hope to see him in his best form on the golf course. Do you think the recent tackle could hinder his performance in any way? We hope not, but we want to hear what you think. Let us know in the comments below.
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