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Amateur Golfer Nick Dunlap Shocks PGA Tour with Historic Win

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Discover the incredible journey of amateur Nick Dunlap as he stuns the golf world by winning on the PGA Tour for the first time in 33 years!

Amateur golfer Nick Dunlap has taken the PGA Tour by storm with his historic win at The American Express, becoming the first amateur to achieve this feat in 33 years. The 20-year-old University of Alabama student clinched victory with a nerve-wracking 6-foot par putt on the final hole, outshining seasoned professionals. Dunlap's tears of joy and disbelief after his epic win captured the hearts of fans worldwide.

Nick Dunlap's groundbreaking triumph marks a significant milestone in PGA Tour history, reigniting excitement in amateur golfers everywhere. His unprecedented success has sparked discussions on the impact of amateur players in professional golf and their potential to challenge the status quo. Dunlap's decision to forego the NZ$2.45 million prize money due to his amateur status showcases his dedication to the sport and respect for the rules.

In a surprising turn of events, Dunlap withdrew from the Farmers Insurance Open to contemplate his future in the PGA Tour, leaving fans intrigued about his next steps in the golfing world. His exceptional performance has cemented his name in the list of amateur golfers who left a lasting mark on the prestigious PGA Tour, inspiring a new generation of aspiring young talents.

Amidst the buzz surrounding Dunlap's groundbreaking win, the golfing community eagerly anticipates his next moves and the potential impact of his victory on the future of amateur golf in professional circuits. Dunlap's decision to prioritize his growth and development as a player over immediate rewards highlights his commitment to excellence and passion for the sport, setting a remarkable example for emerging golfers worldwide.

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What a win would mean for amateur Nick Dunlap's PGA TOUR status (pgatour.com)

U.S. Amateur champion Nick Dunlap is authoring an impressive, and potentially historic, performance at The American Express. He could become the first ...

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Nick Dunlap becomes first amateur to win on PGA Tour in 33 years ... (Golf.com)

If you can get Nick Saban, the recently retired seven-time National Championship-winning head football coach at the University of Alabama, to call into a ...

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'Just the beginning': 20yo in tears after epic 114-year first stuns golf ... (Fox Sports)

'Just the beginning': 20yo in tears after epic 114-year first stuns golf world.

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AMATEUR'S HOUR: Nick Dunlap becomes first amateur to win PGA ... (The Desert Sun)

Nick Dunlap shot a 2-under 70 on Sunday to win the American Express by one shot over Christiaan Bezuidenhout.

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Nick Dunlap becomes first amateur to win on PGA Tour since 1991 ... (usatoday.com)

Alabama sophomore Nick Dunlap won the 2024 The American Express to become the first amateur since 1991 to win on the PGA Tour.

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Nick Dunlap becomes first amateur to win a PGA Tour event in 33 ... (Yahoo Sports)

The Alabama sophomore held on to win The American Express, the first amateur to win a Tour event since Phil Mickelson in 1991.

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Nick Dunlap makes history, becomes first amateur to win on PGA ... (NBC Sports)

Nick Dunlap became the first amateur to win on the PGA Tour in 33 years by capturing The American Express on Sunday in La Quinta, California.

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Nick Dunlap joins list of amateurs to win on PGA TOUR (pgatour.com)

With his victory at The American Express, Alabama sophomore Nick Dunlap became the first amateur to win on the PGA TOUR in more than three decades and just ...

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Nick Dunlap: Amateur wins PGA Tour event for first time since Phil ... (BBC News)

Nick Dunlap held his nerve to become the first amateur to win a PGA Tour event since Phil Mickelson 33 years ago.

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Nick Dunlap becomes 1st amateur winner on PGA Tour since 1991 ... (ABC News)

Nick Dunlap became the first amateur in 33 years to win on the PGA Tour, making a 6-foot par putt on the final hole for a one-shot victory over Christiaan ...

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American Nick Dunlap becomes first amateur since 1991 to win PGA ... (FRANCE 24)

Dunlap, a 20-year-old sophomore at the University of Alabama, sank the winning par putt from just inside six feet at the 18th hole to fire a two-under-par ...

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Dunlap first amateur PGA Tour winner since 1991 (Golf Australia Magazine)

Nick Dunlap became the first amateur in 33 years to win on the PGA Tour, holding on for a one-shot victory over Christiaan Bezuidenhout at The American ...

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Bama golfer Dunlap wins American Express PGA Tour event (SEC)

Alabama sophomore men's golfer Nick Dunlap becomes the first amateur to win a PGA Tour event since 1991 by claiming The American Express by one stroke.

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Golf: Americas Nick Dunlap becomes first amateur since 1991 to win ... (WION)

Reigning US Amateur champion Nick Dunlap became the first amateur since 1991 to win a PGA Tour title, winning a back-nine showdown on Sunday to capture the ...

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Dunlap first amateur winner on PGA Tour since 1991, claims ... (Okotoks Today)

LA QUINTA, Calif. (AP) — Nick Dunlap doesn't possess a false confidence, and he doesn't project a supernatural calm.

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Amateur marvel: Nick Dunlap's historic PGA Tour win (RNZ)

Analysis - RNZ's Liam Swiggs looks at a remarkable achievement by a 20-year-old amateur golfer on the PGA Tour.

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College sophomore Nick Dunlap wins PGA Tour event — but isn't ... (CBS News)

Nick Dunlap is the youngest winner in the event's history, and he became the youngest amateur to win on the tour since 1910.

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Nick Dunlap scores first PGA Tour victory by an amateur in 33 years (Stuff.co.nz)

Nick Dunlap was unable to collect the NZ$2.45 million prizemoney when becoming the first amateur winner since Phil Mickelson.

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20-year-old amateur golfer becomes PGA Tour champion but can't ... (NBC News)

Nick Dunlap, a University of Alabama sophomore, won The American Express tour, beating out Christiaan Bezuidenhout by one stroke and finishing the 72-hole ...

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Amateur Nick Dunlap wins on PGA Tour, can't cash $2.46 million ... (New Zealand Herald)

Nick Dunlap doesn't possess a false confidence, and he doesn't project a supernatural calm. The University of Alabama sophomore fully understood just how...

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Why Nick Dunlap forfeited $1.5-million prize after PGA Tour win (Los Angeles Times)

Collegian Nick Dunlap became the first amateur to win a PGA event since Phil Mickelson in 1991 but couldn't collect the American Express' $1.5-million ...

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Monday qualifiers: Farmers Insurance Open - PGA TOUR (pgatour.com)

Everyone from former PGA TOUR winners to club pros and collegians will be competing in Monday's open qualifier for the opportunity to play in the Farmers ...

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For feel player Norman Xiong, less is more - PGA TOUR (pgatour.com)

Last spring, Norman Xiong called his college coach Casey Martin with an uncommon question.

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Dunlap withdraws from Farmers to ponder PGA future (Golf Australia Magazine)

Nick Dunlap has withdrawn from this week's Farmers Insurance Open to return home and ponder his future.

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Alabama student and amateur golfer Nick Dunlap cannot collect ... (USA TODAY)

A 20-year-old student at the University of Alabama won a PGA Tour event, but cannot collect his $1.5 million earning because of his amateur status.

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HISTORY LESSON: All the amateurs that have won on the PGA Tour (AmateurGolf.com)

20-year-old Nick Dunlap, a sophomore at Alabama, has just made history by becoming the first amateur to win a PGA Tour event since Phil Mickelson's triumph ...

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Nick Dunlap withdraws from Farmers Insurance Open - PGA TOUR (pgatour.com)

Nick Dunlap captivated the golf world with a historic victory at The American Express, becoming the first amateur to win on TOUR since 1991.

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Farmers week begins with wet weather (The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Rainy days on Mondays always get things down on tournament week at the Torrey Pines Golf Course. Torrey is typically bustling with activity as PGA Tour pros ...

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