Ian Baker-Finch Concludes CBS Golf Career With Wyndham Championship Sendoff
He will shift to family life in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, focusing on golf course design.
Overview
- His final round at the Wyndham Championship on August 3 marked the end of a nearly 30-year broadcasting career, including 19 years with CBS.
- CBS colleagues Jim Nantz, Trevor Immelman and Frank Nobilo honored him on air with a video tribute and heartfelt messages alongside on-course reporters Amanda Balionis and Dottie Pepper.
- Golf legends Jack Nicklaus, Jason Day and Adam Scott and figures such as Tiger Woods and PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan praised his insight, humor and humanity.
- Baker-Finch expressed immense gratitude for the moments shared with players and peers and pride in a career that bridged competition and commentary.
- He plans to focus on life with wife Jennie and their daughters in Palm Beach Gardens and to pursue his passion for golf course design.