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Another Close Call at Quail Hollow
Golf can be unexpectedly dangerous, especially for those standing close to the action. During Round 3 of the 2025 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow, Jon Rahm’s errant shot struck a fan on the head—a moment that could’ve ended tragically but instead became a bizarre stroke of luck for both parties.
The Incident on Hole 11
Rahm’s wayward shot on the 11th hole veered off course and hit a crouching spectator squarely on the head. While the fan had attempted to duck, he wasn’t quick enough. In an ironic twist, the ball bounced off the fan and ended up in a more favorable spot for Rahm. While the fan suffered a welt, he also received a signed glove, a handshake, and a personal conversation with the LIV Golf star.
Rahm Keeps It Light
After the round, Rahm took the incident in stride. “He took it great,” Rahm said. “If he was European and played football, maybe he could’ve aimed it closer to the hole.” His joke lightened the mood, and thankfully, the fan didn’t suffer serious injury.
A Pattern for Rahm?
This wasn’t Rahm’s first time hitting a fan. In 2022, his shot struck ESPN reporter Sage Steele, who had to be hospitalized. And back in 2018, a similar bounce off a fan’s head worked in his favor. With three such incidents, it’s becoming a bizarre pattern—one that keeps both fans and players on edge when Rahm is teeing off.
Still in the Hunt
Despite the drama, Rahm finished Round 3 tied for fifth, five strokes behind leader Scottie Scheffler. With the final round ahead, Rahm remains optimistic. “I’m about as hungry for a major as anyone can be,” he said, acknowledging that his swing—not LIV Golf—is what’s held him back in recent tournaments.
Final Day Showdown
Scheffler’s five-under finish in the last five holes of Day 3 has placed him firmly in the lead. But Rahm isn’t out yet. If his swing holds up and luck stays on his side—minus the fan injuries—he may just pull off a dramatic comeback.
Can He Catch Scheffler?
As the final day approaches, all eyes will be on Rahm. Will he overcome the gap and silence critics questioning his LIV switch? Or will Scheffler stay untouchable at the top? One thing’s for sure—spectators might want to keep their heads down.
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