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Billy Horschel Confronts Heckler During Cognizant Classic

2/28/2026

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Billy Horschel, professional golfer, confronted a heckling fan during Cognizant Classic at PGA National in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
After hitting a shot into the water on the par-3 15th hole, he snapped at the spectator who criticized him for calling the course overseeded.
Horschel said he has praised the course for years and did not request removal, though officials escorted him out.
He finished the round at 73.

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Billy Horschel, professional golfer, confronted a heckling fan during Cognizant Classic at PGA National in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
After hitting a shot into the water on the par-3 15th hole, he snapped at the spectator who criticized him for calling the course overseeded.
Horschel said he has praised the course for years and did not request removal, though officials escorted him out.
He finished the round at 73.