Overview

• Sam Horsfield was disqualified from The Open final qualifier at West Lancs Golf Club for withdrawing after nine holes without notifying officials.
• He carded a seven-over-par 43 on the front nine and left the course while still just one-over for the event.
• Horsfield’s Instagram post blamed a fire-alarm disruption for severe sleep deprivation and dizziness on the morning of qualifying.
• The R&A has maintained its decision, emphasizing that players must formally notify officials of any midround withdrawal to avoid disqualification.
• Other LIV Golf members continue to contest final qualifiers across the UK, with Lucas Herbert among those advancing to Royal Portrush.