$19M-worth PGA Tour star questions USGA’s ‘casual water rule’ after Sam Burns controversy
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$19 million PGA Tour star Billy Horchel questions USGAA’s casual water rule after Sam Burns controversy PGA Tour veteran Billy Horchel has raised eyebrows by questioning the USGAA’s casual water rule after Sam Burns was controversially denied relief during the final round of the 2025 US Open at Oakmont Burns who led after 54 holes at four under asked for free relief on the waterlogged 15th fairway but was denied The decision proved costly He carded a double bogey on the hole triggering a late round collapse that knocked him out of contention In response golf stats expert Lagnner took to X formerly Twitter to highlight an inconsistency in the rule noting “A 250lb dude is going to bring up way more water than a 145lb dude same exact conditions but one might get relief because they weigh more Horschel whose net worth is estimated at $19 million via Forbes re-share the post with the caption “Great point made here.” According to USGA rule 16.1b players may take relief if casual water affects their stance or area of intended swing even if the ball lies in a dry spot However critics argue the rule can create inconsistencies depending on the player’s weight or stance Burn’s frustration showed as he went on to Bogey the 16th Birdie the 17th and Bogey the 18th falling out of the top spots after a promising start to the day Friends what is your opinion about this share in the comments
