He twice failed to get up-and-down from just off the green, missing par putts from the 6-foot range. So I dropped down, then he sees them, he dropped down. His start was less than ideal in the best of the weather. I mean, still get a little bit of some goosebumps thinking about it, Smotherman said. He missed only three greens on a gorgeous morning. Frankie and Chez, they look at me like Im nuts and then 30 seconds later the bees just went right at them. His best moment might have been a par on the 10th. He also had a pair of birdies on the pars 5 on the back nine. Im happy I played as good as I did on the back nine and capped it off with the putt on the last hole.. But his round started to turn when he took an aggressive line over the water and left of the pin to about 7 feet on the par-3 17th and holed the putt for one of only two birdies on that hole in the first round. Defending champion Jon Rahm had a rough start at Vidanta Vallarta, but five birdies in the last 11 holes meant he would finish T-14 with a score of 4-under 67. Its 18 holes a day, and just 18 chances for birdie, and just commit to every shot.. It's 18 holes a day, and just 18 chances for birdie, and just commit to every shot.. He won the 2021 Simmons Bank Open. Standing over the shot with a 4-iron, the South African backed off and said, Bees! Bees! Before long, Chez Reavie and Francesco Molinari and the caddies hit the turf to avoid a swarm of bees. Smotherman is winless on the PGA Tour. Austin Smotherman of the United States waits with caddie on the 15th I mean, still get a little bit of some goosebumps thinking about it, Smotherman said. Smotherman posts 63 for one-shot lead in Mexico, Rahm 4 back But his round started to turn when he took an aggressive line over the water and left of the pin to about 7 feet on the par-3 17th and holed the putt for one of only two birdies on that hole in the first round. John Rahm four off Mexico Open leader Austin Smotherman after the That included an eagle on the par-4 15th when he holed out from 141 yards. "Just the reception, winning an event like that, the Mexico Open, which has such a deep history. "Just the reception, winning an event like that, the Mexico Open, which has such a deep history. It's just like any other sanctioned event for me. Smotherman posts 63 for one-shot lead in Mexico, Rahm 4 back. He followed the plan perfectly. Tony Finau was among five players at 65, and one of them felt just as good as Smotherman. His start was less than ideal in the best of the weather. Rory McIlroy to defend RBC Canadian Open title at Oakdale Golf and Country Club, Hannah Green of Australia wins LPGA at Wilshire in playoff, Finau wins Mexico Open, Gooch wins 2nd straight LIV event. Im happy I played as good as I did on the back nine and capped it off with the putt on the last hole.. The last time was on his final hole, the par-3 ninth, and he chipped in for his eighth birdie of the round. Those first 13 holes we had virtually no wind, about as easy conditions as it can get. He finished his round Thursday as though he'd love to see it on there again, closing with. Bees! Before long, Chez Reavie and Francesco Molinari and the caddies hit the turf to avoid a swarm of bees. The swarm caused van Rooyen and playing partners Chez Reavie and Francesco Molinari (plus the television crew) to get down on their knees or stomachs to avoid getting stung. I just told my caddie, Bees, bees, bees. And he looks at me like I'm crazy, van Rooyen said. Before long, Reavie and Molinari and the caddies hit the turf to avoid the swarm. Masters . He finished with a 25-foot birdie putt, his third birdie putt of 15 feet or longer. Raul Pereda of Mexico, who played college golf at Jacksonville University, made his PGA Tour debut as a sponsor exemption in his national Open. There are names on that trophy that are in the Hall of Fame. He twice failed to get up-and-down from just off the green, missing par putts from the 6-foot range. Smotherman, a college teammate of Bryson DeChambeau at SMU, turned pro in 2016. Frankie and Chez, they look at me like Im nuts and then 30 seconds later the bees just went right at them. He followed the plan perfectly. Standing over the shot with a 4-iron, the South African backed off and said, Bees! The last time was on his final hole, the par-3 ninth, and he chipped in for his eighth birdie of the round. Copyright 2023 PGA TOUR, Inc. All rights reserved. Frankie and Chez, they look at me like I'm nuts and then 30 seconds later the bees just went right at them. Those first 13 holes we had virtually no wind, about as easy conditions as it can get. Smotherman posts 63 for one-shot lead in Mexico, Rahm 4 back Standing over the shot with a 4-iron, the South African backed off and said, Bees! No results found. PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions, and the Swinging Golfer design are registered trademarks. So I dropped down, then he sees them, he dropped down. Both on your website and other media. Van Rooyen also had a big finish, playing his final five holes in 4 under. Im happy I played as good as I did on the back nine and capped it off with the putt on the last hole.. There are names on that trophy that are in the Hall of Fame. Van Rooyen also had a big finish, playing his final five holes in 4 under. This is Rahm's second event in three weeks since winning the 2023 Masters. VALLARTA, Mexico Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. Van Rooyen, who finished T-2, posted a 4-under score on Thursday that included an eagle and a pair of birdies. Tano Goya and Erik van Rooyen trail Smotherman by one, both on seven under, with the latter having a big finish that saw him play his final five holes in four under - including an eagle on the par-four 15th when he holed out from 141 yards. Rahm is playing for the second time in three weeks since his Masters victory. Frankie and Chez, they look at me like Im nuts and then 30 seconds later the bees just went right at them. Its 18 holes a day, and just 18 chances for birdie, and just commit to every shot.. Mexico Open 2023 : Austin Smotherman dn u, Jon Rahm hi tic v VALLARTA, Mexico -- Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. Im happy I played as good as I did on the back nine and capped it off with the putt on the last hole.. Bees! Before long, Chez Reavie and Francesco Molinari and the caddies hit the turf to avoid a swarm of bees. Tony Finau was among five players at 65, and one of them felt just as good as Smotherman. Even so, the Mexico Open dates to 1944. Devastating finish likely cost pro his Tour card but there's - Golf His best moment might have been a par on the 10th. The 13th hole there, he said, has a green next to water where one might see buffalo, hippo and even elephants. That included an eagle on the par-4 15th when he holed out from 141 yards. Ngc li, nh ng kim v ch The Masters li gp cht kh khn 9 h cui khi mc bogey h 11 v 16 nhng ghi 2 birdie h 14 v 17 gip anh cn bng . Information from the Associated Press was used in this report. That included an eagle on the par-4 15th when he holed out from 141 yards. His best moment might have been a par on the 10th. Even so, the Mexico Open dates to 1944. Raul Pereda of Mexico, who played college golf at Jacksonville University, made his PGA TOUR debut as a sponsor exemption in his national Open. VALLARTA, Mexico (AP) Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. Van Rooyen also had a big finish, playing his final five holes in 4 under. Privacy Policy. There are names on that trophy that are in the Hall of Fame. Pereda missed a 4-foot birdie putt on the par-5 18th but had no complaints about his first time playing on the PGA TOUR. Austin Smotherman holds a 1-shot lead at the Mexico Open, where a swarm of bees briefly interrupted play and had the group of Erik Van Rooyen, Chez Reavie and Francesco Molinari running for cover. Austin shot an 8-under par 63 to hold a one-shot lead over Erik van Rooyen and Tano Goya. Goya played bogey-free and finished with a birdie from left of the green on the par-5 18th. Van Rooyen, who shot a 7-under 64 and sits just one shot back of the lead held by Austin Smotherman, was attacked by a swarm of bees on the 10th hole. Pereda missed a 4-foot birdie putt on the par-5 18th but had no complaints about his first time playing on the PGA Tour. Cards 7-under 64 after eluding swarm of bees at Vidanta Vallarta, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. A national open anywhere is very special., Austin Smothermans interview after Round 1 of the Mexico Open. All the more impressive, No. I'm going to have a cold beer after this round today with my parents and just keep it very simple, Pereda said. The 2021 Barracuda Championship winner added another birdie on his closing hole to put a bow on the 64 his lowest TOUR round since a 62 at The American Express in January. Those first 13 holes we had virtually no wind, about as easy conditions as it can get. His name is on the trophy with Ben Crenshaw, Billy Casper, Lee Trevino, Bobby Locke and Roberto De Vicenzo. I don't think I need to get ahead of myself. Its just like any other sanctioned tour event for me. Pereda missed a 4-foot birdie putt on the par-5 18th but had no complaints about his first time playing on the PGA TOUR. Even so, the Mexico Open dates to 1944. I mean, still get a little bit of some goosebumps thinking about it, Smotherman said. Its funny, but certainly dont want to get stung by those bad boys.. Masters champion Jon Rahm, who won the Mexico Open at Vidanta for his only PGA Tour title a year ago, had five birdies on his last 11 holes to overcome a sluggish start for a 67. He twice failed to get up-and-down from just off the green, missing par putts from the 6-foot range. He finished with a 25-foot birdie putt, his third birdie putt of 15 feet or longer. Its funny, but certainly dont want to get stung by those bad boys.. ASSOCIATED PRESS VALLARTA, Mexico Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. He also had a pair of birdies on the pars 5 on the back nine. "A swarm of bees was probably not something @FredVR_ and crew saw coming @MexicoOpenGolf pic.twitter.com/4RjzysQ5qx. Raul Pereda of Mexico, who played college golf at Jacksonville University, made his PGA Tour debut as a sponsor exemption in his national Open. Smotherman entered Wyndham. I'm going to have a cold beer after this round today with my parents and just keep it very simple, Pereda said. Al Nisr Publishing LLC 2023. Michael Gligic of Burlington, Ont., finished with a 74. Before long, Chez Reavie and Francesco Molinari and the caddies hit the turf to avoid a swarm of bees. I mean, still get a little bit of some goosebumps thinking about it, Smotherman said. Im going to have a cold beer after this round today with my parents and just keep it very simple, Pereda said. He won the Mexico Open in 2018 on a different golf course -- it was held in Tijuana that year -- and when it was part of the PGA TOUR Latinoamerica schedule. He finished his round Thursday as though he'd love to see it on there again, closing with four straight birdies for an 8-under 63 and a one-shot lead over Erik van Rooyen and Tano Goya. There are names on that trophy that are in the Hall of Fame. Who is Austin Smotherman? So I dropped down, then he sees them, he dropped down. He finished with a 25-foot birdie putt, his third birdie putt of 15 feet or longer. I kind of did the same thing today, so everything clicked nicely, van Rooyen said. Masters champion Jon Rahm, who won the Mexico Open at Vidanta for his only 2022 PGA Tour title a year ago, had five birdies on his last 11 holes to overcome a sluggish start for a 67. Prior to teeing off, van Rooyen joked with his caddie that he saw Smothermans 63 which tied the course record and said he probably did everything well. Pereda missed a 4-foot birdie putt on the par-5 18th but had no complaints about his first time playing on the PGA Tour. It's just like any other sanctioned tour event for me. His name is on the trophy with Ben Crenshaw, Billy Casper, Lee Trevino, Bobby Locke and Roberto De Vicenzo. PGA TOUR, PGA TOUR Champions y el logo del golfista haciendo swing son marcas registradas. Goya played bogey-free and finished with a birdie from left of the green on the par-5 18th. I don't think I need to get ahead of myself. I dont think I need to get ahead of myself. Please try another search. La marca comercial de Korn Ferry tambin es una marca comercial registrada y se usa en el logotipo del Korn Ferry Tour con autorizacin. 14 before holing out from 137 yards for an eagle on the next hole. He won the Mexico Open in 2018 on a different golf course it was held in Tijuana that year and when it was part of the PGA Tour Latinoamerica schedule. PGA Tour Cam Young, new caddie off to fast start at WGC-Dell Match Play He also had a pair of birdies on the pars 5 on the back nine. His coach at Jacksonville, Mike Blackburn, sent him a text ahead of his first round to enjoy every shot as it comes. Tano Goya played bogey-free and finished with a birdie from left of the green on the par-5 18th. I wish I would have taken advantage of it more, Rahm said. VALLARTA, Mexico Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. Frankie and Chez, they look at me like Im nuts and then 30 seconds later the bees just went right at them. Smotherman is winless on the PGA Tour. At the moment Austin and his wife are not known to be parents yet since they have no kids yet. The 28-year-old American pro golfer married Jesse Smotherman, his long-time girlfriend. Jon Rahm, of Spain, checks his score card . Rahm is playing for the second time in three weeks since his Masters victory. He missed only three greens on a gorgeous morning. Birdies and bees for Erik van Rooyen to begin Mexico Open There are names on that trophy that are in the Hall of Fame. It's 18 holes a day, and just 18 chances for birdie, and just commit to every shot.". He followed the plan perfectly. He won the Mexico Open in 2018 on a different golf course -- it was held in Tijuana that year -- and when it was part of the PGA TOUR Latinoamerica schedule. He missed only three greens on a gorgeous morning. Smotherman, Austin Austin Gaugert Stallings, Scott Jon Yarbrough Straka, Sepp John Davenport Streb, Robert Steve Catlin Streelman, Kevin Michael Bestor Stroud, Chris Christopher Brown Stuard, Brian Todd Montoya Svensson, Adam AJ Montecinos Tarren, Callum Ryan Boshoven Taylor, Nick Dave Markle Taylor, Vaughn Frank Williams Thompson, Curtis Dave Lees @austin_smotherman's caddie is a wizard. Smotherman posts 63 for one-shot lead in Mexico, Rahm 4 back Smotherman played bogey-free at Vidanta Vallarta. Smotherman is winless on the PGA Tour. A national open anywhere is very special.. Rahm is playing for the second time in three weeks since his Masters victory. Smotherman played bogey-free at Vidanta Vallarta. House G.O.P., Divided Over Immigration, Advances Border Crackdown Plan; Democrats see abortion as winning issue with 2024 Biden reelection launch Raul Pereda of Mexico, who played college golf at Jacksonville University, made his PGA TOUR debut as a sponsor exemption in his national Open. Pereda missed a 4-foot birdie putt on the par-5 18th but had no complaints about his first time playing on the PGA Tour. ", "I have never seen anything like that. and Masters champion Jon Rahm, who won the Mexico Open at Vidanta for his only 2022 PGA Tour title a year ago, had five birdies on his last 11 holes to overcome a sluggish start for a 67. "I'm going to have a cold beer after this round today with my parents and just keep it very simple," Pereda said. He finished his round Thursday as though he'd love to see it on there again, closing with four straight birdies for an 8-under 63 and a one-shot lead over Erik van Rooyen and Tano Goya. Bees! He also had a pair of birdies on the pars 5 on the back nine. Raul Pereda of Mexico, who played college golf at Jacksonville University, made his PGA Tour debut as a sponsor exemption in his national Open. Bees! Before long, Chez Reavie and Francesco Molinari and the caddies hit the turf to avoid a swarm of bees. Masters champion Jon Rahm, who won the Mexico Open at Vidanta for his only PGA Tour title a year ago, had five birdies on his last 11 holes to overcome a sluggish start for a 67. I wish I would have taken advantage of it more, Rahm said. Tony Finau was among five players at 65, and one of them felt just as good as Smotherman. I'm going to have a cold beer after this round today with my parents and just keep it very simple, Pereda said. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Masters champion Jon Rahm, who won the Mexico Open at Vidanta for his only 2022 PGA Tour title a year ago, had five birdies on his last 11 holes to overcome a sluggish start for a 67. Last Updated: 28/04/23 7:47am. His start was less than ideal in the best of the weather. He finished with a 25-foot birdie putt, his third birdie putt of 15 feet or longer. He said he hit pitching wedge and just went straight at it.. He finished with a 25-foot birdie putt, his third birdie putt of 15 feet or longer. I wish I would have taken advantage of it more, Rahm said. "I wish I would have taken advantage of it more. Jimmy Walker, Bill Haas, and Grayson Sigg will tee up Hole 10 at the same time. Get premium, high resolution news photos at Getty Images Smotherman played bogey-free at Vidanta Vallarta. "I just told my caddie, 'Bees, bees, bees.' I just told my caddie, Bees, bees, bees. And he looks at me like Im crazy, van Rooyen said. AP golf: https://apnews.com/hub/golf and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports, Sign in or register for your free account. Austin Smotherman shoots 63 to lead by one at Mexico Open Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. I dont think I need to get ahead of myself. Copyright 2023 PGA TOUR, Inc. All rights reserved. Bees!" Austin Smotherman closed the first round of the Mexico Open at Vidanta with four back-to-back birdies, carding an 8-under 63 to secure a one-stroke lead over Erik van Rooyen and Tano Goya. Goya played bogey-free and finished with a birdie from left of the green on the par-5 18th. But his round started to turn when he took an aggressive line over the water and left of the pin to about 7 feet on the par-3 17th and holed the putt for one of only two birdies on that hole in the first round. Smotherman wins Simmons Bank Open after Sunday weather delays He missed only three greens on a gorgeous morning. "I've been out doing. His best moment might have been a par on the 10th. Live coverage continues on Friday from 1.45pm on Sky Sports Golf. Well send you latest news updates through the day. This section is about Living in UAE and essential information you cannot live without. He twice failed to get up-and-down from just off the green, missing par putts from the 6-foot range. The. The South African is no stranger to seeing wildlife on the course, like when he tees it up at the Alfred Dunhill Championship at Leopard Creek Country Club overlooking Kruger National Park in South Africa. That included an eagle on the par-4 15th when he holed out from 141 yards. He also had a pair of birdies on the pars 5 on the back nine. When he won in 2018, the Mexico Open was still part of the PGA Tour Latinoamerica schedule. "A national open anywhere is very special.". But his round started to turn when he took an aggressive line over the water and left of the pin to about 7 feet on the par-3 17th and holed the putt for one of only two birdies on that hole in the first round. I don't think I need to get ahead of myself. He finished his round Thursday as though he'd love to see it on there again, closing with four straight birdies for an 8-under 63 and a one-shot lead over Erik van Rooyen and Tano Goya. I don't think I need to get ahead of myself. Raul Pereda of Mexico, who played college golf at Jacksonville University, made his PGA Tour debut as a sponsor exemption in his national Open. If it is, we could use your help. He twice failed to get up-and-down from just off the green, missing par putts from the 6-foot range. I just told my caddie, Bees, bees, bees. And he looks at me like I'm crazy, van Rooyen said. I just saw them here and I just told my caddie, I'm like, Bees, bees, bees, and he looks at me like I'm crazy, said van Rooyen. "Just the reception, winning an event like that, the Mexico Open, which has such a deep history. Smotherman is winless on the PGA TOUR. But his round started to turn when he took an aggressive line over the water and left of the pin to about 7 feet on the par-3 17th and holed the putt for one of only two birdies on that hole in the first round. He twice failed to get up-and-down from just off the green, missing par putts from the 6-foot range. His start was less than ideal in the best of the weather. #TeamTaylorMade" VALLARTA, Mexico -- Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. I wish I would have taken advantage of it more, Rahm said. Bees! Before long, Chez Reavie and Francesco Molinari and the caddies hit the turf to avoid a swarm of bees. His name is on the trophy with Ben Crenshaw, Billy Casper, Lee Trevino, Bobby Locke and Roberto De Vicenzo. It's funny, but certainly don't want to get stung by those bad boys. Watch the Mexico Open throughout the week live on Sky Sports. He followed the plan perfectly. Pereda missed a 4-foot birdie putt on the par-5 18th but had no complaints about his first time playing on the PGA Tour. VALLARTA, Mexico -- Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. He finished his round Thursday as though he'd love to see it on there again, closing with four straight. VALLARTA, Mexico Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. And he looks at me like I'm crazy," van Rooyen said. Bees! VALLARTA, Mexico -- Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. VALLARTA, Mexico (AP) Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. Austin Smotherman is an American professional golfer. 10 played as the second-toughest of the day. Erik van Rooyens opening round at the Mexico Open at Vidanta generated plenty of buzz. Smotherman is winless on the PGA Tour. Bees!" Austin Smotherman closed the first round of the Mexico Open at Vidanta with four back-to-back birdies, carding an 8-under 63 to secure a one-stroke lead over Erik van Rooyen and Tano Goya. "I'm happy I played as good as I did on the back nine and capped it off with the putt on the last hole.". He also had a pair of birdies on the pars 5 on the back nine. Golfer takes early lead at 2023 Mexico Open at Vidanta. Papers: Zidane keen on return to management, Klopp rages at ref Tierney again | PGMOL: Official did nothing wrong, Sprint beef, Ferrari respite & reignited title fight | What we learnt in Baku, Ten Hag: Criticism of Bruno captaincy 'crazy', Neville: Spurs 'a shambolic mess' | Levy under massive pressure, John Rahm four off Mexico Open leader Austin Smotherman after the opening round at Vidanta. I'm going to have a cold beer after this round today with my parents and just keep it very simple, Pereda said. He twice failed to get up-and-down from just off the green, missing par putts from the 6-foot range. Frankie and Chez, they look at me like Im nuts and then 30 seconds later the bees just went right at them. Smotherman posts 63 for one-shot lead in Mexico, Rahm 4 back - USA Today Born in 1994, Smotherman turned professional in 2016 and started playing on the PGA Latino America Tour and Korn Ferry Tour. "I mean, still get a little bit of some goosebumps thinking about it," Smotherman said. His coach at Jacksonville, Mike Blackburn, sent him a text ahead of his first round to enjoy every shot as it comes. That run included an eagle on the par-4 15th when he holed out from 141 yards. Smotherman is winless on the PGA Tour. "I don't think I need to get ahead of myself. Who is Austin Smotherman? Golfer takes early lead at 2023 - Sportskeeda Austin Smotherman parents Its funny, but certainly dont want to get stung by those bad boys.. Austin Eckroat odds to win the Mexico Open at Vidanta Tony Finau was among five players at 65, and one of them felt just as good as Smotherman. Enable push notifications on your device. Goya played bogey-free and finished with a birdie from left of the green on the par-5 18th. It's 18 holes a day, and just 18 chances for birdie, and just commit to every shot.. His name is on the trophy with Ben Crenshaw, Billy Casper, Lee Trevino, Bobby Locke and Roberto De Vicenzo. "I just told my caddie, 'Bees, bees, bees.' And he looks at me . Austin Smotherman already has his name on the Mexico Open trophy. He finished his round Thursday as though he'd love to see it on there again, closing with four straight birdies for an 8-under 63 and a one-shot lead over Erik van Rooyen and Tano Goya. Van Rooyen also had a big finish, playing his final five holes in 4 under. Prior to teeing off,. 2023 Mexico Open scores: Jon Rahm, Tony Finau on the hunt as Austin