Overview

• On July 12 at the Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course, Kelce’s errant tee shot struck spectator Rich Backeneck in the neck during the tournament’s second round.
• Backeneck, a self-described Kelce fan, laughed off the blow after Kelce apologized on the spot, signed an autograph and posed for a photo with him.
• Kelce and his playing partners Jason Kelce and Baker Mayfield shotgunned beers and danced to Taylor Swift’s "Shake It Off" between holes, highlighting their party-style approach.
• In July 2024, Kelce’s misfire left fan Kate Hauss with a concussion and stitches, intensifying debate over event security and player responsibility.
• Organizers face growing pressure to enhance safety measures at the celebrity charity event, which draws high-profile athletes and entertainers to Lake Tahoe each summer.