Bob McIntyre and his father gave the most emotional interview after winning the RBC Canadian Championship 👐👐
Scotsman Bob McIntyre wins first PGA Tour title at RBC Canadian Open
European Ryder Cup hero Bob McIntyre is now a PGA Tour winner in his first season after a gutsy victory at the RBC Canadian Open.
Scotsman Bob McIntyre captured an emotional first PGA Tour title with a narrow victory at the RBC Canadian Open. The win was all the more sweet for the 27-year-old MacIntyre, whose father, Dougie, was filling in for him at Hamilton Golf and Country Club this week. MacIntyre shot a two-under 68 to finish at 16 under par for a close victory over playing partner Ben Griffin, who shot a solid 65. MacIntyre, the European Ryder Cup hero, has earned his card in the 2023 DP World Tour Rankings and is playing his first full season on the PGA Tour.
For MacIntyre, the win marks his 45th PGA Tour start and his third career victory after two wins on the DP World Tour. MacIntyre became just the sixth Scotsman in the modern era to win a PGA Tour event. He will be ranked among the top 40 players in the world on Monday morning and will earn a huge first place prize of $1.7 million. Macintyre also exemption from PGA Tour until the end of 2026.
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The Frenchman Viktor Perez Bard received 18th place for a better day of 64 days to finish the third solo on the 14th. That was a shot ahead of Rory McIlroy and Tom Kim, who also shot 64 to finish T4.
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With her father standing next to her, an emotional McIntyre told CBS’ Amanda Balionis:
“Honestly, I’m at a loss for words. It means everything to me and my family, my girlfriend, my team. I can’t believe I did that with this on my bag. I’m crying with joy, but I also laugh because I never thought I’d be able to do it.
“I was falling at the end, but my dad was making sure I stayed focused and moved smoothly. Mentally I didn’t listen, I just wanted to win this for my dad. He’s the guy who taught me how to play golf, and I can’t believe I did this with him on the bag.
“Unbelievable. I’m a lawnmower, not a caddy. I got a call last Saturday evening and was sitting on my couch at 8pm on a Saturday. I was busy with work, but I was on an 8am flight the next morning, and it was just amazing.”
Before the final round, McIntyre said his father’s encouragement had helped him take a four-stroke lead heading into the final round.
McIntyre confirmed he was heading home to Oban, Scotland, to enjoy the celebrations. The Scotsman could win his first PGA Tour title and qualify for next week’s Memorial Tournament if he chooses to accept a late invitation to Muirfield Village.
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