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Golfers' Rare Ball-On-Coin Double!
6 Jun
Summary
- Thomas and McIlroy faced brutal conditions at Muirfield Village.
- A rare event of a ball hitting a coin happened twice.
- The golfers shared a hug, acknowledging the tough day.
Muirfield Village presented formidable challenges on day two of The Memorial Tournament, testing the mettle of professional golfers Justin Thomas and Rory McIlroy. Both athletes endured difficult rounds, with the course's average score exceeding 74 for the field.
McIlroy carded a 74, while Thomas finished his round with a 75. Amidst the tough play, an exceptionally rare occurrence unfolded: Thomas's ball struck McIlroy's coin on the green for the second consecutive day. Thomas remarked on the bizarre repetition, stating such an event would likely never happen again in his career.
Despite the on-course struggles, the camaraderie between Thomas and McIlroy was evident. Instead of the usual handshake, they shared a hug on the final green. Thomas explained this gesture stemmed from a mutual need for support after a grueling day of competition, highlighting the demanding nature of the course and their shared resilience.
