Philip Johnson reaches Holy Grail
A second year player from Ypsilanti, Philip Johnson became the 5th first time winner on Tour this year. Johnson shot 37-30 – 67 to beat Rob Gardner by 3 strokes for the 2010 Holy Grail title. Aided by an eagle and 6 birdies, 3 of them coming in his final 5 holes, Johnson won $32 and is exempt from qualifying for the WESTERN Championship.
Johnson joins Phil Abele, Mike Prieskorn, Karl Carter and Tom Hoelzle as first time winners in 2010.
Gardner (39-31 – 70) recorded his best individual placement, and his 2nd runner-up finish this year, thanks to a net double eagle on the 17th hole. He earned $24 for 2nd place and is currently ranked 5th on the Money List.
Rookie Dennis LeMaitre (34-39 – 73) made the turn with a 1-stroke lead but played the final 6 holes in 4-over par to finish 3rd. His first career top-4 earned him $16. Rick Persichetti (38-37 – 75) finished eagle-birdie to net his 4th top-4 of the year and is currently ranked 4th on the Money Standings with $54.50 in earnings.
Philip Johnson 2010 Holy Grail champ
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