Golfer Matt Jones launches putter into lake after missed putt
Mar 5, 2022, 1:59 PM
PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 25: Matt Jones of Australia plays his shot on the 16th hole during the second round of The Honda Classic at PGA National Resort And Spa on February 25, 2022 in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
(Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
People that play golf are familiar with blaming their clubs for mishits or missed putts, but Matt Jones took it to the next level on Saturday.
On the 12th hole of the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill in Orlando, Florida, Jones missed an eight-foot putt and decided that his biggest issue was the club.
The putter was then launched into the air and into the lake nearby, whether he meant to or not.
GOODBYE PUTTER pic.twitter.com/S3Iv7Z3Ac2
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Prior to No. 11, Jones had not made a putt longer than five feet.
He also added a three-putt on No. 9 that might’ve added to this eruption.
With still seven holes remaining Jones was then forced to putt with a wedge for the remainder of the round.
This is Matt Jones finishing up on the 17th with a wedge… his putter was tossed into alligator-infested waters six holes earlier. pic.twitter.com/Mh6Pf9FYAL
— Ewan Murray (@mrewanmurray) March 5, 2022
Jones currently sits tied for 58th after finishing four over par on the round and four over par for the tournament.
