PGA News
Pro Golfer Admits to Cheating in Event, Calls It His ‘Biggest Mistake’
A scoring controversy broke out at a PGA Tour Canada event in Ottawa last Friday when a 28-year-old pro was questioned by his playing partners about changing his score on the final hole of the second round.
According to Ryan French, who runs the MondayQInfo Twitter account, Justin Doeden, had a double-bogey 7 on the 18th hole but then allegedly changed his score to par before handing in his card. Here is how it happened:
The report said Doeden was 3-under par on the leaderboard, but his card was signed as having shot a seven on the 18th hole. It would have put Doeden at 1-under par, and he would have missed the cut with that score.
Doeden hit his second shot on the 18th hole into the water. He was hit with a penalty stroke and started on his fourth shot. He completed the hole in seven strokes, but his scorecard reportedly showed a five instead of a seven.
According to Monday Q Info, Doeden’s playing partners saw the final score and alerted tournament officials. They reportedly looked at the card and noticed the seven had been erased and replaced with a five.
That score would have helped him squeak inside the cut. He later withdrew from the event after an investigation began.
Doeden, who played collegiately at Minnesota and has played in one PGA Tour event in his career, admitted Monday that he did in fact cheat:
It will be interesting to see what type of punishment, if any, is handed out following Doeden’s admission.
I for one am proud of him. Not for cheating, hell we all make mistakes. Cheating in Golf, one of the most sacred of all sports, however, is a HUGE no-no. But, as I tell my kids, I will always be more upset if you lie to me about something than the thing itself. It took a lot of courage to come clean. Kudos to Justin for doing the right thing in the end and letting whatever punishment he faces fall into place. That took guts. I hope he learns a valuable lesson from this mishap.
NOW – It’s your turn, my loyal readers, let me ask …
Have you ever cheated on your scorecard?
Let’s hear some stories of when you or your buddy maybe “forgot” about a stroke or two – come on we all golf with “That Guy” and if you don’t know who he is…it may be you! Just Sayin’.
You may not know this but MANY of your favorite PGA pro golfers have bent the rules or used them in their favor. [WATCH THIS ???] and see if your favorite golfer made the list – Uh Em – Patrick Reed…
The confessional is open: AND I’ll start – YES, I admit I have – Not really, but I have. I have taken a mulligan on a hole well into a round and played that ball as my first. I then posted that round to my GHIN. So – in effect, I have 100% cheated before.
There I said it. my shoulders feel lighter. Comment below and repent to the golfing gods your on-course infractions. You will feel better my son.
Spanning over half a century, the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am has undergone changes in latitude as well as attitude. But the core of the tournament remains not only the exceptional golf by the world’s best players, but also the lore surrounding each yearly winter extravaganza.
Wyndham Clark made history at the 2024 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. Tied for 23rd heading into Saturday’s third round, he ended the day in first place with a 12-under 60, setting the course record for the lowest score ever at Pebble Beach Golf Links.
In 2017, Justin Rose & Justin Timberlake collaborated on one of the most unique moments in AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am history. While JR took a selfie, JT nearly made an ace on the iconic par-3 7th ultimately leading to a tap-in birdie.
Always a fan favorite and one of the best entertainers Pebble Beach has ever seen, check out Bill Murray’s best shots and funniest moments from his career at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am.
Signature moments from the five U.S. Opens that were held at Pebble Beach (Calif.) Golf Links, site of the 2019 championship.
Perhaps remembered best for a hole out at the par-4 15th hole, Tiger Woods came back from a 5-shot deficit to move past 54-hole co-leaders Mark Brooks and Matt Gogel and claim victory at the 2000 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am.
Iconic courses, iconic golfers. See you at the 2025 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, returning for its second year as a PGA TOUR Signature Event.
During the 2025 American Express, PGA Tour rookie William Mouw found himself in a deep, 20-foot bunker on the par-5 16th hole—famously known as the “San Andreas Fault” for its ability to frustrate even seasoned pros.
Mouw’s shots went from bad to worse: after escaping the bunker twice, he’d end up back in it. After an epic 13 strokes, he followed up with a triple bogey on the 17th.
Despite a 5-under 67 in the next round, he missed the cut by 9 shots.
The lesson is to remain resilient despite setbacks. The 16th hole demonstrated how quickly things can go sideways, but his ability to shake off the octuple bogey and finish the weekend strong with a 67 shows that recovery and perseverance are key. Golf is unpredictable, but staying positive and focused on the next shot is crucial. Mouw’s resilience in the face of adversity can be an important learning experience as he moves forward in his career.
Golf: always full of surprises!
PGA News
Pepperell’s Resilient Comeback, Chasing Glory on the DP World Tour
English golfer Eddie Pepperell’s journey back to the DP World Tour spotlight showcases his resilience and determination to reclaim his place among golf’s elite.
Eddie Pepperell, the 33-year-old English golfer renowned for his candid demeanor and sharp wit, has been a notable presence on the DP World Tour. After securing two tour victories in 2018, his career faced challenges, leading him back to the Qualifying School (Q School) in 2024—a path he hadn’t traversed since 2016.
Early Career and Rise
Pepperell’s ascent in professional golf was marked by his victories at the Commercial Bank Qatar Masters and the Sky Sports British Masters in 2018. These achievements elevated him to a career-high 32nd in the Official World Golf Ranking, showcasing his potential to compete among the elite.
Challenges and Return to Q School
Despite his early successes, Pepperell’s subsequent seasons were inconsistent. In 2024, after narrowly missing the top 114 in the Race to Dubai Rankings, he returned to Q School at INFINITUM, aiming to regain his tour card. Embracing the six-round “ironman” challenge, he expressed optimism about the opportunity to refine his game.
Recent Performance
Pepperell’s determination was evident at the Mauritius Open, where he led after the first round with a six-under-par 66, including birdies on four of the last five holes. Reflecting on his performance, he noted, “After bogeying the second hole I was worried it was going to be one of those Thursdays again. But I turned it around really nicely and played very well to be honest. So I’m very pleased.”
Pepperell’s journey underscores the resilience required in professional golf. His recent performances suggest a potential resurgence, and his candid reflections continue to endear him to fans. As he strives to regain full status on the DP World Tour, the golfing community remains attentive to his progress.
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