Los Angeles Golf Club defeats Bay GC, secures TGL playoff top seed

The Los Angeles Golf Club (LAGC) secured the top seed in the TGL playoffs with a 5-3 victory over The Bay Golf Club, handing them their first loss. Sahith Theegala and Tommy Fleetwood played pivotal roles, with Theegala chipping in for a crucial birdie on the 12th hole to give LAGC the lead. The match was characterized by strategic use of 'The Hammer,' a rule allowing teams to double the value of a hole, which LAGC used effectively to rally from a 3-0 deficit. The Bay's aggressive play with The Hammer backfired when Min Woo Lee hit into the water, allowing LAGC to tie the match. LAGC's victory was marked by showmanship and camaraderie, energizing both players and fans. Despite the loss, Shane Lowry of The Bay expressed optimism that the defeat could serve as a motivating factor heading into the playoffs.