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Golf – The Masters – Augusta National Golf Club – Augusta, Georgia, U.S. – April 7, 2022 Spain’s Sergio Garcia during the first round | Courtesy: Reuters

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Golf – The Masters – Augusta National Golf Club – Augusta, Georgia, U.S. – April 7, 2022 Spain’s Sergio Garcia during the first round | Courtesy: Reuters
Sergio Garcia is renowned for his extraordinary abilities on the greens. He most certainly ranks among the best golfers of this generation. However, his career has experienced a significant setback this year. The Spanish golfer had to miss the PGA Championship this year. Last year, he received criticism from the golfing community after switching to LIV Golf and receiving $40 million. He is also at odds with the DP World Tour right now because he hasn’t paid the £100,000 fine that the organization levied on him for switching Tours.
But he recently surprised his supporters by winning a qualification event and earning a spot in the U.S. Open. Not only this, he is also gearing up for the LIV Golf DC event, and in the midst of it, he had something to say regarding the PGA Tour.
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Garcia talks about the PGA Tour
Sergio Garcia discussed his opinions about the PGA Tour in a recent press conference, which took place hours before the seventh LIV Golf Washington DC event. Garcia was questioned about whether the fact that so many LIV golfers are winning majors will put pressure on the PGA Tour to expand its LIV invitational and implement some modifications.

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Garcia gave a very cautious response. He said that since he is no longer a member of the PGA Tour; he is unaware of their thoughts. “I have no idea. I mean, I don’t know what the PGA TOUR is thinking. I don’t belong to that tour, so I don’t know what they’re thinking about, and I don’t really lose any time thinking about it,” said Garcia.
Garcia also stated that every golfer loves playing golf. Golfers don’t compete to win merely to see what the PGA Tour does next. They compete in tournaments because they like rivalries and winning prizes.
Garcia can’t play for Team Europe in this year’s Ryder Cup because of his resignation from the DP World Tour. The Spaniard, though, has moved on after accepting this. But he was looking forward to playing with Jon Rahm, and the only thing he could now hope for was Rory McIlroy’s health and seeing him back in action.
Sergio Garcia wins a major tournament spot
Garcia has had a difficult year so far. The Spaniard missed out on his first major in 24 years after failing to auto-qualify for the PGA Championship. Additionally, he is no longer able to compete in the Ryder Cup. The former Green Jacket winner is now on the path to redemption, amid all of this mayhem.
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Mar 11, 2021; Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, USA; Sergio Garcia hits his tee shot on the 7th hole during the first round of The Players Championship golf tournament at TPC Sawgrass – Stadium Course. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports
The 43-year-old has appeared in 23 U.S. Opens and 85 other competitions. He only placed second in the 2007 Open Championship, while going on to win the 2017 Masters. Garcia is renowned for his long, straight drives, making him a formidable opponent for many. He has guaranteed a spot at this year’s US Open thanks to his outstanding performances at the Northwood Club and Bent Tree in Dallas. He was able to record a birdie on the last hole to finish his round at nine-under-par.
For Garcia’s career, this certification might be a game-changer. The finest thing about him, after a rollercoaster of emotions, is that he doesn’t allow any of these things to bring him down. And fans can’t wait to see what magic he will bring to the field.
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