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Sandhu's 57-Hole Thriller Earns PGA Tour Spot
6 Apr
Summary
- Sihan Sandhu secured a PGA Tour start at the 3M Open.
- He won the Augusta Haskins Award Invitational in a playoff.
- North Carolina's golf team also claimed the team title.

Sihan Sandhu, a sophomore at North Carolina, clinched a PGA Tour exemption on Sunday by winning the Augusta Haskins Award Invitational. The tournament concluded at Forest Hills, near Augusta National Golf Club. Sandhu defeated Georgia Southern's Thomas Horne in a dramatic playoff that lasted three extra holes, finally securing his spot.
His exceptional play included a 6-under 66 in the final round, propelling him into the playoff. Sandhu's performance also led North Carolina to win the team championship, outperforming the field by 15 shots. The team finished with an impressive 54-under score, marking a significant victory for the program.