Doug Ghim Secures Career-Best Runner-Up Finish at Shriners Children's Open

October 22, 2024
Doug Ghim Secures Career-Best Runner-Up Finish at Shriners Children's Open
  • Ghim achieved impressive scores of 64-65 during the weekend on his home course at TPC Summerlin, Las Vegas.

  • The fall season is critical for players to maintain their card, with the top 125 in points remaining fully exempt.

  • Ghim is now close to qualifying for the Aon Next 10, which offers spots in early signature events next year.

  • The current standings show Ghim among other competitors, with notable players like Mackenzie Hughes and Justin Rose leading the pack.

  • At 28 years old, Ghim expressed pride in his performance and believes this experience will help him in future competitions.

  • He ended the tournament just one shot behind the winner, J.T. Poston, who secured the title with a final par.

  • During the tournament, Ghim recorded an eagle and 11 birdies, including a crucial closing birdie that gave him a chance to enter a playoff.

  • His strong finish secured his PGA Tour card for a sixth consecutive season, moving him to No. 70 in the FedExCup standings.

  • Doug Ghim finished as the runner-up at the Shriners Children's Open, marking the best finish of his PGA Tour career.

  • Rookie Joe Highsmith tied for 16th at the Shriners, improving his position on the bubble for keeping his card.

  • Despite having made 140 starts on the PGA Tour with only three top-10 finishes over five seasons, Ghim's recent performance highlights his potential.

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