G-Mac NEWS
LIV Golf – ANDALUCÍA
Jun 30 – Jul 02
It was a tough week at Valderrama for Graeme and his Team, Cleeks GC. Graeme ended the week in 39th place with Cleeks GC in 12th. Day 1 was his best round and early on he was in the Top 5. Round 2 was a struggle which left Graeme having to dig in on Sunday. After dropped shots on the first couple of holes on Sunday, he battled on and showed character with no dropped shots on the back nine.
Result, 46 with rounds of E (71), +5(76), +3(74) for a score of +8
Team CLEEKS GC (-19) Finished in 12th place : Richard Bland +3, Bernd Wiesberger +6, Martin Kaymer +7, Graeme McDowell +8
REAL CLUB VALDERRAMA
Valderrama, located in Andalucia in southern Spain, is loved by top golfers and fans of the game alike. The pros enjoy the beautifully presented course, which is long, technical and extremely testing. Spectators appreciate the stunning scenery and the chance to see many of the world’s best players up close.
LIV Golf – DC
May 26 – 28, 2023
Graeme put in a solid performance at the Trump National Golf Club Washington DC to finish in 19th position. Graeme opened with an even Par 72 followed by a 2 under 70 on Saturday, he closed out with a 71 on Sunday.
Result, 19 with rounds of E (72), -2(70), -1(71) for a score of -3
Team CLEEKS GC (-19) Finished in 7th place : -5, -2, -3, -10
TRUMP NATIONAL GOLF CLUB WASHINGTON DC
The Championship course at the Trump National Golf Club Washington DC measures nearly 7,700 yards. Apart from its sheer length, the main challenge here is keeping your ball dry.
There are water hazards on many of the holes at a course that is located next to the Potomac River. It promises to present a fantastic test to the stars of the LIV Golf League!
COURSE PAR – 72
YARDAGE – 7,472
LIV Golf – TULSA
May 12 – 14, 2023
Graeme finished in 46th place at the Cedar Ridge Country Club, Oklahoma. After getting off to a 2 under par opening day which had G-Mac mid table, he dropped back with plus 1 on Saturday and Sunday to end down the leaderboard. On a positive note, Graeme took time to wish his mum, Marian a special Mother’s Day by posting a lovely message on his socials.
Result, 46 with rounds of -2 (68), +1(71), +1(71) for a score of E
Team CLEEKS GC (-19) Finished in 12th place : Bernd Wiesberger -8, Richard Bland -7, Martin Kaymer -3, Graeme McDowell E
CEDAR RIDGE COUNTRY CLUB
Cedar Ridge Country Club, with its beautifully manicured greens and fairways, presents a challenge to golfers of all standards.
This picturesque course, which was redesigned in 2016, has hosted numerous championships and is the perfect stage for the latest chapter in the LIV Golf League story.
Fans will flock to see some of the greatest names in the game do battle in LIV Golf’s innovative individual and team format.
LIV Golf – SINGAPORE
Apr 28 – 30, 2023
Graeme finished in 38th place at the Sentosa Golf Club, Singapore. After a disappointing opening round of +3, Graeme dug in with further rounds of -3 and -2 to finish in 38 position.
Result, 38 with rounds of +3 (74), -3(68), -2(69) for a score of -2
Team CLEEKS GC (-15) Finished in 12th place : Bernd Wiesberger -2, Richard Bland -2, Graeme McDowell -2, Martin Kaymer -1
SENTOSA GOLF CLUB
When it comes to golf courses in Asia, Sentosa is simply the best – The World Golf Awards confirmed it!
So how fitting that it’s hosting a LIV Golf League event featuring a host of the world’s greatest players.
The prestigious Sentosa Golf Club sits on the island of the same name at the southern tip of the bustling city state of Singapore.
Asia is a key part of LIV Golf’s future, and has already hosted one event in Bangkok, Thailand, during the inaugural 2022 Invitational Series.
LIV Golf – ADELAIDE
Apr 21 – 23, 2023
The Grange Golf Club, Adelaide, South Australia
Result, 38 with rounds of -5 (67), -3(69), +2(74) for a score of -6
It was a fantastic week at The Grange GC, with a packed crowd of golf fans young and old loving the game and enjoying the experience.
Graeme got off to a strong start on Day 1 with a 5 under par 67, this had him in the top 10 and Team Cleeks GC in 1st place. He followed that up with a good round on Saturday of 69 which kept him in touch and plenty to play for. A disappointing final round of 2 over par dropped him down the field to finish the week in 38th place.
Team CLEEKS GC (-24) Finished in 12th Place : Bernd Wiesberger -8, Richard Bland -7, Graeme McDowell -6, Martin Kaymer +7
GRANGE GOLF CLUB
Lying close to the ocean and not far from central Adelaide, the Grange Golf Club frequently features in lists of Australia’s top golf courses.
The course, redesigned in recent years by LIV Golf Commissioner & CEO Greg Norman, plays to every inch of its 6,840 yards par 72, and presents a stiff test for even the finest golfers – as we’re about to see.
LIV Golf – ORLANDO
Mar 31 – Apr 02, 2023
Orange County National, Orlando FL, USA
Result, 32 with rounds of E (71), -4(67), E(71) for a score of -4
Graeme didn’t have to travel far this week from his home in Lake Nona, and was able to bring along his family for the pre-event fun. One the course Graeme started with a steady 71 before a really strong second day 67, which put him in the mix going into the final day. His final round of 71 left him in 32nd position for the week.
Team CLEEKS GC (-25) Finished in 5th Place : Richard Bland -8, Laurie Canter -8, Graeme McDowell -4, Bernd Wiesberger -4
ORANGE COUNTY NATIONAL
The Crooked Cat has few trees, and features wide, rolling fairways. But this course has teeth and claws – it’s definitely no pushover.
There are plenty of hazards, including the local heather to snare the wayward drive. And the course’s open nature means there’s often a tricky wind to consider. Course Par – 71. Yardage – 7,275
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