Management of the Phoenix Open is said to be implementing certain modifications in response to recent occurrences at TPC Scottsdale.
Chance Cozby (Image via WM Phoenix Open)
The Waste Management Phoenix Open 2024 may have concluded, but it continues to be a topic of conversation for all the wrong reasons. The event was marred by several incidents that have left a negative impact.
The organizer of the WM Phoenix Open has now assured everyone that the mishaps from last weekend will not be repeated. The lively atmosphere at TPC Scottsdale got out of control, resulting in unpleasant interactions between players and spectators.
These incidents included altercations among fans, spectators falling from the stands, and excessive consumption of alcohol. To make matters worse, one of the most notable incidents took place on the 16th hole when a woman fell from the stands. The situation on Saturday showed no signs of improvement, leading to the closure of gates and the suspension of alcohol sales.
🍺 🐍 Beer Snake #WMPhoenixOpen (🎥: nickdempseyy, jacob.mandelbaum IG) pic.twitter.com/kkrIiXuOkB
On Monday, Cozby addressed the concerns surrounding this year’s event. He reassured viewers that the tournament is dedicated to addressing the issues and making significant improvements. He emphasized that the upcoming WM Phoenix Open in 2025 will be a pivotal moment for the tournament and their organization.
If there was one individual who believed that changes were necessary at the WM Phoenix Open, it was certainly . The former U.S Ryder Cup Captain had a challenging time dealing with the fans at the course last week.
Johnson was visibly irritated by some loud fans, whose voices were distracting him and affecting his game. Watch the video below from X, where Johnson gets into a confrontation with fans.
Zach Johnson just went Shooter McGavin on the Waste Management crowd. pic.twitter.com/622K9Beou0
Following this incident, Johnson criticized the fan behavior and criticized the tournament. “This tournament has been inappropriate and crossed the line since I’ve been on tour,” said the 2007 Masters champion in response.
It remains to be seen what changes will be implemented for future events to prevent such incidents. On the other hand, Johnson may face a hostile reception from the crowd the next time he is at the TPC Scottsdale course.
According to the Source firstsportz.com