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Will the unpredictable winds at RSM Classic separate the true champions from the rest?

RSM Classic is the last tournament of the season, where players will be seen swinging with high hopes to end the season well. The $7.6 million purse tournament packs a lot of excitement and adrenaline rush for both players and fans. Following the sudden-death format among the top 65 players would be an interesting way of witnessing the best of golf.

The tournament will take place from November 21-24, 2024. Though, apart from the best of golf, it would be intriguing to see how weather supports the sport. With the PGA Tour affected quite a lot this season, fans only can hope that the RSM Classic is spared. However, players will have to perform their best irrespective of the weather conditions. Let’s check how the weather will be on each day at the RSM Classic.

RSM Classic’s weather conditions

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Building a lead and confidence takes time in golf. However, with a good start on the first day, players can maintain a healthy lead for themselves. To get the best out of the first day, understanding and playing according to the weather helps the player with accuracy and the right shot’s trajectory. Now with day 1 at the RSM Classic, players will have to be a little cautious as the sunny sky will enhance visibility, but the wind can affect the tee shots.

With winds expected at 15-25 mph throughout the day and a temperature high of 58 degrees. It might be challenging for golfers to adjust. For the second day, nothing much is expected to change except the increased humidity from 40% to 56%. Winds on the second day will be the same at 15-25 mph. Players will have to bring out their best game and adjust to the weather to stay on the course till the end. After these two initial days, things are expected to get better.

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As the tournament’s tough days have passed, fans will be able to enjoy some better days. Players can expect to play their A-game and get high hopes for winning the title. Compared to the first two days, day three will be much better with less wind flow of 10-15 mph and a temperature high of 63 degrees. However, humidity might be a concern as it will be 63% on the third day.

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Will the unpredictable winds at RSM Classic separate the true champions from the rest?

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As we come close to the final day of the final tournament, everything is expected to fall into place. With a minimal wind of 5 mph on average throughout the day, followed by a sunny sky. Fans can experience the true championship finals. However, the temperature high would be 68 degrees, while humidity would be 64%.

Players to watch out for at the RSM Classic

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Though the big names are out of the tournament, many players would be stunners to watch out for. Out of the top 20 players, only Ludvig Aberg will be in action with some of the in-form players. Wesley Bryan is at the top with 5 out of 5 cuts made in fall, he will be the top player to watch out for with the great game he is currently playing. Along with that, Mark Hubbard, Mark Berger, Adrien Dumont de Chassart, and Christo Lamprecht will be the picks for the RSM Classic 2024. While some are coming back from injury, some missing out on the season’s title wins by a minor margin. Every player is in a great wave to compete with the best.

The weather will challenge the best of the players with high winds. However, the award for great play will be on the final days of the tournament when the weather will be in support. It would be a treat for every golf fan to watch their favorite performing. With high hopes for Ludvig Aberg, who is among the favorites of the event. Who are you supporting for the win at the RSM Classic? Share with other fans about your favorite picks in the tournament by commenting below.

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