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Ben Crane Disqualified for Wrong Ball Error at Championship

4/20/2025

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Ben Crane faced disqualification from the Corales Puntacana Championship after a costly mistake on the 8th hole—playing the wrong ball and not rectifying it before the 9th tee. This incident underscores the unforgiving nature of golf's rules, where even the smallest misstep can lead to significant repercussions in the professional arena.

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Ben Crane faced disqualification from the Corales Puntacana Championship after a costly mistake on the 8th hole—playing the wrong ball and not rectifying it before the 9th tee. This incident underscores the unforgiving nature of golf's rules, where even the smallest misstep can lead to significant repercussions in the professional arena.