John Daly had a short putt. What followed ‘may be best thing you see'
John Daly participated in the Regions Tradition, a major tournament on the 50-and-over golf tour, where he struggled with a three-over par through two rounds. During a practice round at Greystone Golf and Country Club in Alabama, Daly invited a young fan to putt with his club, resulting in a viral moment when the boy made the shot. The heartfelt interaction showcased Daly's connection with fans and drew widespread attention online.
- ▪John Daly is competing in the Regions Tradition, the second major of the year for the PGA Tour Champions.
- ▪A video of Daly letting a young fan make a short putt during a practice round amassed 1.6 million views on X.
- ▪Daly attributes his enduring popularity to honesty and openness with fans about his personal life.
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