Source: BroBible
Summary
Joaquin Niemann was penalized two strokes for “abuse of clubs” at the U.S. Open, which cost him close to $700,000. He had a rough start with a quintuple bogey on the par-4 6th hole, but managed to turn things around and finish near the top of the leaderboard. Niemann’s performance in majors since joining LIV Golf has been inconsistent, with only one Top 10 finish.
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The habit gets a new name.
Golfers throwing clubs in frustration is a trend that’s being addressed by rules officials. Joaquin Niemann’s outburst cost him two strokes and a significant amount of money. The routine of penalizing golfers for “abuse of clubs” is becoming more common. The lifestyle of a golfer includes managing emotions and avoiding costly penalties. Niemann’s temper tantrum was a costly mistake that he won’t soon forget.
Author: Evan Null
