Golf pro Sergio Garcia smashes his driver in a fit of rage during The Open tournament
In the heart of July, Sergio Garcia participated in the BMW International Open in Munich, preparing for The Open 2025. However, an unexpected incident marred his performance at the former event.
On the par-5 2nd hole, the Spaniard missed the fairway to the left. In an unusual turn of events, Garcia's driver snapped in half, a mishap that left him surprised. According to Garcia, he wasn't attempting to break his driver, and the incident was unintentional.
Despite the setback, Garcia managed to compose himself and made a birdie on the hole after a solid par at the 1st. He continued with the remainder of his round without a driver, a testament to his resilience on the course.
The rules of golf state that a player can keep using and repair any club damaged during the round, but they cannot replace it unless damaged by outside influences, natural forces, or someone other than the player or the caddie. As Garcia broke his driver in anger, he was unable to replace it during the round.
This incident came at a critical time for Garcia, who had previously missed the cut at The Masters and finished T67th at the PGA Championship. With the US Open out of his reach, the 2025 Open at Royal Portrush became his last big chance to impress.
Garcia's performance at the 2025 Open has been a rollercoaster. Earlier, he had expressed his reluctance to accept a captain's pick for Bethpage. However, he changed his mind last week and expressed his desire to be considered for a Ryder Cup wildcard selection.
The incident on the 2nd tee was unusual for Garcia, as the shaft broke in the middle, a move he has made 50 times without breaking a club before. After his round, Garcia admitted that the last two or three months have been tough for him due to his performance.
Despite the challenges, Garcia remains hopeful. He is likely to finish inside the top 40 at Royal Portrush, providing a strong showing that could potentially secure him a spot in the Ryder Cup team. Garcia had a good conversation with Luke Donald about his Ryder Cup prospects last week, a conversation that could prove pivotal in the coming weeks.
In a sport where resilience and determination are key, Sergio Garcia continues to demonstrate his grit, turning an unexpected mishap into an opportunity to shine.
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