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Billy Horschel's Left-Handed Shot Stuns Golf World at Valspar Championship

Horschel hit the green from 127 yards with a flipped-over iron, followed by a 31-foot birdie putt, in one of the PGA Tour's most remarkable moments this season.

PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 28: Billy Horschel of the United States prepares to play his shot from the 11th tee during the second round of the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches 2025 at PGA National Resort And Spa on February 28, 2025 in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
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Overview

  • Billy Horschel faced an unusual challenge on the par-5 fifth hole when his ball landed near a tree, leaving him with no standard stance.
  • Using a flipped-over 9-iron, Horschel executed a left-handed shot from 127 yards, landing the ball on the green.
  • He followed the extraordinary shot by sinking a 31-foot birdie putt, showcasing precision under pressure.
  • The shot contributed to Horschel's 4-under 67 final round, securing an 8-under overall finish and a tie for fourth place.
  • The feat is being widely celebrated as one of the most impressive and difficult shots of the PGA Tour season.