Rules Violation
PGA Tour rookie Michael Brennan details disqualification at Farmers Insurance Open
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Michael Brennan, a 23-year-old PGA Tour rookie, was disqualified from the Farmers Insurance Open after the first round for using non-permitted green-reading materials. The violation occurred when he sketched arrows from green maps into his yardage book, a breach of Model Local Rule G-11. Brennan self-reported the mistake and shared his explanation on Instagram.
PGA Tour rookie Michael Brennan was disqualified after the first round of the Farmers Insurance Open for using non-permitted green-reading materials. The 23-year-old shot a two-under 70 on Torrey Pines' North Course before the breach of Model Local Rule G-11 was discovered. This marks a setback for the recent winner of his professional debut.