Marco Penge Wins Maiden DP World Tour Title After Betting Ban

England's Marco Penge secured his first DP World Tour title at the Hainan Classic in China, just two months after returning from a betting ban for wagering on golf events he was not involved in. Penge, who served a three-month suspension with one month suspended, had previously finished third at the South African Open before his breakthrough win. During the final round, he pulled ahead with a string of birdies on the back nine, ultimately finishing three shots clear of runners-up Sean Crocker and Kristoffer Reitan. The victory was especially meaningful for Penge, who expressed gratitude to his caddie, family, and team for their support during his suspension, stating the experience made him stronger. His win also secured him third place in the DP World Tour's Asian Swing standings, earning a spot at the upcoming US PGA Championship alongside Keita Nakajima and Eugenio Chacarra. Penge described the triumph as a lifelong dream and a personal testament following his enforced absence.