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Herbert's Wire-to-Wire LIV Victory Earns Major Berth
11 May
Summary
- Lucas Herbert secured a U.S. Open spot with his LIV Golf Virginia win.
- Herbert battled flu symptoms throughout the tournament week.
- This victory gives Herbert career wins on all major golf tours.
Lucas Herbert has secured a spot in the upcoming U.S. Open following his dominant wire-to-wire victory at LIV Golf Virginia. The Australian golfer battled through a severe case of the flu all week, demonstrating remarkable resilience. Herbert's triumph at Trump National in Washington, D.C., marks a significant milestone, as he now holds career victories on every major tour in golf.
Herbert posted impressive scores of 64-63-68-69, finishing at 24 under par and four shots ahead of Sergio Garcia. The win wasn't without late drama; Herbert's lead shrunk to two shots after a challenging ninth hole. However, he maintained his composure, birdied key holes, and weathered a weather delay to secure his maiden LIV victory. This win fulfills the U.S. Open exemption granted to LIV's top points earner not already qualified.
This victory adds to Herbert's impressive career record, which includes titles on the PGA Tour, DP World Tour, and Asian Tour. He will return to Shinnecock Hills for his major debut, a course where he first played in 2018. Herbert credited his caddie, Nick Pugh, for invaluable support during the challenging week. Pugh's guidance was crucial, especially after Herbert's double bogey on the ninth hole, helping him regain focus and close out the win.
