‘My Dad Raised Me Right’: Refusing to Cry Moments After a Heartbreak, Michael Block Humbles Himself With a Calm Moment

Michael Block’s heartwarming golf expedition is far from over, but at the Charles Schwab Challenge, a huge chapter has come to a close. The 46-year-old wasn’t able to make the cut at his latest appearance on the PGA Tour, but that didn’t leave him with any remorse at all!

Instead, Block was in a reflective mood after the end of his second round, where he gave food for thought on his crazy few weeks. He also talked about his dash with celebrity experience, and how he managed to keep his nerves in check because of his upbringing.

Michael Block thanks his dad after Charles Schwab’s challenge comes to an end

After capturing hearts and imaginations with his wonderful display at the Oak Hills course, Block immediately became the flavor of the golf world. Indeed, his overnight success helped garner an exemption at the Charles Schwab Challenge as well as for the RBC Canadian Open later this year.

But the dream came to an abrupt end after Block failed to get over the cut line. However, he talked about his newfound popularity. “I’m not trying to do anything, period. I’m just playing golf. That’s what I know to do,” he said.

Furthermore, the club pro was clear on maintaining his image, which made him a superstar in the first place. “If somebody says, Hey, Michael, I got a problem not looking at them and shaking their hand. I have a problem not doing that. I’ve got issues with it. So I will definitely, if someone says, Michael, I’m going to look at you, and I’m going to say hi, and I’ll shake your hand. If you want an autograph, I’ll sign your autograph, and if you want a picture, I’ll probably give you a picture too. My dad raised me right,” he revealed.

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Will Michael Block return to the PGA Tour?

Back at the Colonial Golf Course, Block struggled to make an opening statement on Thursday, bogeying his three starting holes. But he bounced back with a couple of birdies but was ultimately sunk by a back nine that included three bogeys and three doubles.

Block ultimately signed for an opening round score of 81, an eleven-over par. He made some ground with a 74 in the second round, but it was eventually short of the cut mark.

With the Canadian Open scheduled for June this year, the sensation surrounding Block is not going away anytime soon.

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