This creek in Ooltewah, Tennessee broke its banks and floodwaters spilled into the Windstone Golf Club as well as surrounding neighborhoods on Feb. 23.
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Sony, one of the PGA TOUR’s longest-tenured title sponsors, will remain the title sponsor of the Sony Open in Hawaii through 2026 after signing a four-year extension. Sony has sponsored the Sony Open in Hawaii continuously since 1999 in support of Friends of Hawaii Charities. Nearly $22 million has been donated to over 350 charities to date, making the tournament the largest charity sports event in Hawaii. “Sony has had a tremendous impact in building the Sony Open in Hawaii into what it is today – a favorite among our players and fans – while making an indelible charitable impact throughout the Hawaiian Islands,” said PGA TOUR Commissioner Jay Monahan. “We appreciate Sony’s friendship and thank them for their loyalty in extending their partnership an additional four years.” As the largest charity golf event in Hawaii, with charity proceeds totaling more than $1 million annually, the Sony Open impacts more than 100 non-profit organizations each year. And while this past year was especially challenging due to the pandemic, Sony made it possible for the the tournament to match the previous year’s charitable total at a time when community support was especially critical. Historic Waialae Country Club has hosted the Sony Open every year since 1965. It has been the setting for some of the PGA TOUR’s most memorable moments. Justin Thomas shot the lowest score in a 72-hole event in PGA TOUR history (253, including a first-round 59) to win the 2017 Sony Open. Isao Aoki became the first Japanese winner in PGA TOUR history after famously won the 1980 Sony Open after holing out from 130 yards for eagle on the 72nd hole. Past winners at Waialae include Jack Nicklaus, Lee Trevino, Ben Crenshaw, Hale Irwin, Lanny Wadkins, Mark O’Meara, Corey Pavin, Jim Furyk, Ernie Els and Vijay Singh. The Sony Open debuted in 1965. In 1999, Friends of Hawaii Charities, Inc., became the host organization and Sony became title sponsor. “Almost 25 years ago, a partnership built on respect for culture, custom, commitment to community, innovation and excellence was formed between the Sony Group Corporation and the Friends of Hawaii Charities. This marked the birth of the Sony Open in Hawaii — a treasure to the people of Hawaii and beyond,” said Corbett Kalama, President of event charity host, Friends of Hawaii Charities. “The Sony Group made today a banner day by renewing its commitment to Hawaii by extending its sponsorship of the Sony Open in Hawaii on the PGA TOUR another four years!” Kalama continued. “Coupled with the loyal support of Waialae Country Club, Hawaii Tourism Authority, numerous business sponsors, and over 1500 volunteers, Sony has once again demonstrated visionary genius by aligning peerless technology, the best golf pros from Japan and the PGA TOUR, with the alluring beauty of Hawaii for the global television audience, all while honoring its commitment to help thousands of islanders in need. Mahalo Sony for being true friends of Hawaii charities!” The 2022 Sony Open at Hawaii will be held Jan. 13-16 at Waialae Country Club with Kevin Na expected to defend his 2021 title.
Thanks to a big lead he built up on Saturday, Cameron Champ was able to finish the job off and pick up his second career win at the Safeway Open.
The Genesis Scottish Open boasts arguably the best field it has ever seen thanks in part to the strategic alliance between the PGA TOUR and DP World Tour, which means a fantastic week of golf betting ahead. Of the top 20 players in the world, 17 will tee it up this week in what is now an official event for both tours. However, with a mixed field of DP World Tour and PGA TOUR players, it’s a little tricky deciding on players to bet on. Many in the online sports betting community are unfamiliar with the majority of players headlining the DP World Tour. There also isn’t a lot of data for the host course – The Renaissance Club. The links-style course has hosted the event for the past three years, but for many players in the field, it will be their first time playing there. Bettors appear to be leaning on players who come into the tournament playing well and have played the course before. At BetMGM, as of Tuesday, Matt Fitzpatrick (+2000) is generating the most action. The U.S. Open champion is pulling in the most handle – a massive 21.7% – and the second-most tickets (7%). This will be Fitzpatrick’s first tournament since winning his first major. The 27-year-old finished T-14 in 2019, T-42 in 2020, and lost in a playoff last year when Min Woo Lee birdied the first extra hole at The Renaissance Club. Another player drawing solid action is Justin Thomas (+1400). The PGA Championship winner is pulling in the second-most handle at 17.1%. Thomas has three top-5 finishes in his last five starts and is one of a few PGA TOUR players who have played in the tournament before, finishing T8 a year ago and T9 in 2019. While the weather could undoubtedly impact things – rain is forecasted for Friday – low scoring has been a theme of the three previous editions of the event at the course. Wind is the defense of the course but it has failed to appear in any significant manor the last few years. The average winning score has been 17-under, and all three years, it has ended in a playoff. Current Handle & Tickets Handle • Matt Fitzpatrick – 21.7% • Justin Thomas – 17.1% • Scottie Scheffler – 11% • Will Zalatoris – 10.3% • Cameron Smith – 5.9% Tickets • Will Zalatoris – 8.9% • Matt Fitzpatrick – 7% • Scottie Scheffler – 5.1% • Cameron Smith – 5.1% • Justin Thomas – 4.4% Will Zalatoris (+3000) is also a popular bet. This is his first event since finishing one shot behind Fitzpatrick at the U.S. Open. In terms of line movement, Fitzpatrick opened at +2200 and is now +2000. Others who have seen significant movement are Ryan Fox (+5000 to +4000) and Aaron Rai (+8000 to +6600). Jon Rahm has the best golf odds to win at +1200 but is only pulling in 2.1% of the tickets and 1.1% of the handle. * Visit BetMGM.com for terms and conditions. 21+ years of age or older to wager. BetMGM is available in AZ, CO, DC, IA, IN, IL, LA, MI, MS, NJ, NV, NY, PA, TN, VA, WV, or WY only. All promotions are subject to qualification and eligibility requirements. Paid in free bets. Free bets expire in 7 days from issuance. Minimum deposit required. Excludes Michigan Disassociated Persons. Please Gamble Responsibly. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (CO, DC, LA, NV, WY, VA), 1-800-270-7117 for confidential help (MI), 1-800-GAMBLER (IN, NJ, PA & WV), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA) or call (877-8-HOPENY) or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), call or text the Tennessee REDLINE: 800-889-9789 (TN) or call 1-888-777-9696 (MS). Sports betting is void where prohibited. Promotional offers not available in Nevada.
