England’s Laurie Canter sank a 100-foot eagle putt on the 18th hole as he finished in a tie for second at the Genesis Championship in South Korea. Canter’s final round score of 67 included three birdies. The 35-year-old’s incredible final putt helped him finish alongside Spain’s Nacho Elvira on eight under in Cheonan – three shots behind home winner Jung-Hwan Lee. Patrick Fishburn’s 106-foot putt at the Texas Open in April is the longest in a major professional tournament in 2025. Watch the DP World Genesis Championship highlights here.
Lorie Caner’s 100 foot putt wasn’t enough to secure victory at the DP World Genesis Championship in South Korea. Despite sinking an incredible Eagle putt on the 18th hole, Caner finished in a tie for second place, three shots behind the home winner, Yung Huan Lee. The 35year-old’s performance was a testament to his skill, but it wasn’t quite enough to challenge for the top spot. The final round saw Caner’s score of 67 which included three birdies and he finished alongside Nacho Alvivera who had a disappointing finish with bogeies at the 11th and 17th holes. The championship was a showcase of talent with South Korea’s leaf firing a sevenunder final round of 64 and other notable players like Andrea Pavin and Andy Sullivan also in the mix. While Caner’s 100 foot putt was a highlight, it’s worth noting that Patrick Fishburn’s 106 foot putt at the Texas Open in April is the longest in a major professional tournament in 2025. This record-breaking putt showcases the incredible lengths players can go to in pursuit of victory. The Genesis Championship was a thrilling event with close competition and dramatic moments. Lorie Caner’s performance, despite not winning, was a testament to his skill and determination, leaving him with a strong showing and a memorable moment that will be etched in golf History.
