Jun 4, 2024, 8:46 AM
Jun 2, 2024, 12:00 AM

Fan becomes impromptu caddie for pro golfer at Canadian Open

Highlights
  • A fan named Paul Emerson stepped in to caddie for a pro golfer after the original caddy was injured in a fall at the Canadian Open.
  • Emerson arrived at the Hamilton Golf and Country Club just to watch the tournament but ended up actively participating in it.
  • His impromptu caddie role added an unexpected twist to the thrilling climax of the RBC Canadian Open.
Story

Paul Emerson went to watch the RBC Canadian Open at the Hamilton Golf and Country Club. He was just a fan, but things took an unexpected turn. C.T. Pan's caddie, Mike "Fluff" Cowan, got hurt during the third hole. Emerson stepped in to help as a temporary caddie until someone else could take over. Cowan is expected to be okay. Emerson watched Pan and Shane Lowry play and offered to help after Cowan's fall. Mike Campbell took over as the caddie until Al Riddell arrived at the 10th tee to take over for Pan. Emerson shared that he was just a golf enthusiast. He was watching the game when Cowan fell and offered to help. Emerson was surprised by how quickly things changed. He mentioned that he was considering changing his shirt to avoid too much attention. Emerson was just relaxing at home the night before, and the next morning, he was on a flight to the golf course. Emerson described the experience as friendly and fun. He mentioned that Pan wasn't very talkative but was doing well in the game. Emerson's phone kept buzzing with messages as he walked along the fairway. He was happy to help out and be part of the game, even though it was unexpected. In the end, Emerson's unexpected day as a caddie at the RBC Canadian Open turned into a memorable experience. He was glad to have been able to help out and be a part of the event, even though he had just come to watch as a fan.

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