Justin Thomas Highlights Slow Play Issues at Aronimink Golf Club
Justin Thomas Frustration at Aronimink Brings PGA Tour Slow Play Back Into Spotlight
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During the second round at Aronimink Golf Club, Justin Thomas expressed frustration over slow play delays that affected his group, prompting PGA Tour officials to place him and Keegan Bradley on the clock. The incident has reignited discussions about the PGA Tour's slow play policies amid ongoing concerns from players and fans.
- 01Justin Thomas and Keegan Bradley were put on the clock due to slow play delays during the second round at Aronimink Golf Club.
- 02The group ahead, led by Alex Smalley, took over three and a half hours to reach the 11th hole, causing significant backups.
- 03PGA Tour Rule 5.6b allows for warnings before penalties, but there have been no stroke penalties issued in nearly three years despite ongoing complaints.
- 04Thomas commented on the draining conditions, stating he lacked the energy to practice after the round.
- 05The slow play issue has been a recurring topic in golf, with fans and analysts questioning the effectiveness of the PGA Tour's pace-of-play regulations.
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Tensions rose at Aronimink Golf Club on Friday as slow play caused significant delays during the second round of the tournament. Justin Thomas, visibly frustrated, engaged with a rules official after his group fell behind due to the slow pace set by the group ahead, led by Alex Smalley. This group took over three and a half hours to reach the 11th hole, prompting officials to place Thomas and fellow player Keegan Bradley on the clock under PGA Tour Rule 5.6b. This incident has reignited discussions about the PGA Tour's slow play policies, as players and fans have long criticized the lack of strict enforcement. Despite the potential for penalties, there have been no stroke penalties issued in nearly three years, raising questions about the effectiveness of current regulations. Thomas expressed his exhaustion from the challenging conditions, which included strong winds and a difficult course layout. The situation at Aronimink serves as a reminder of the ongoing frustrations surrounding slow play in professional golf.
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The incident highlights the ongoing frustrations with slow play, which can affect players' performance and the overall pace of tournaments.
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