Hesse Comes from Behind to Collect Major Win
Willi Hesse proved the adage of Never, Never, Never give up at the Eastern Division Championship. After making the turn at 7 over par and mired well back in the pack, Willi strung 4 birdies on the back nine including 3 in a row on holes 15 to 17. Then he sunk a clutch par putt to gain a tie with Chris Cooley at 4 over par. After both players held serve in the 4 hole aggregate playoff format, Willi lagged a big bending 40 foot putt to take the playoff on the first extra hole. Roger Smith and Ron Hiestand tied for 3rd at 7 over par. On the course, Hiestand took both prizes, which included qualifying for the East Skins Game. For Hesse it was his 3rd career Tour win and 2nd Major title in 135 starts.
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