Fisk Comes Back and Wins the Sanderson Farms: Final Birdies Secure the Victory

In an exciting golf day, Steven Fisk demonstrated his determination by securing his first victory on the PGA Tour at the Sanderson Farms Championship. With an impeccable performance in the last holes, Fisk culminated with an impressive 8-under-par 64, sealing his triumph. The competition intensified with Garrick Higgo, who maintained a close battle until the last moments. Both golfers starred in a memorable duel at the Jackson Country Club. The turning point came on the 16th hole, where Fisk sank a 40-foot birdie, prompting a response from Higgo with his own birdie. The tension increased on the 17th hole, where a mistake by Higgo cost him valuable points. Fisk, with a solid strategy, achieved a birdie on the 17th hole and secured his victory with another birdie on the 18th hole, surpassing Higgo by two strokes.

“I went out today with the attitude that nothing would stop me,” Fisk declared. With a final score of 24-under-par 264, Fisk secured a victory that grants him significant benefits. This triumph guarantees him a two-year exemption until 2027, after five years to reach the tour. Higgo, despite his outstanding performance, regretted the miss on the 17th hole. Danny Walker, along with Vince Whaley and Rasmus Hojgaard, shared third place, taking a small consolation. Hojgaard advanced in the FedEx Cup ranking, while Whaley and Walker climbed positions, alleviating the pressure to secure their place in future competitions.

“I won’t be so stressed anymore, hopefully, around number 100,” Walker commented.

Danny Walker

Hojgaard, Whaley, and Walker prepare for the Baycurrent Classic in Japan, the only PGA Tour event in Asia this year.