Despite Narrowly Saving 25-Year-Long Legacy, Sergio Garcia Gets Discredited by Golf World: ‘Doesn’t Belong’

Sergio Garcia’s ‘alternate’ door entry into the US Open’s embellished field has left the internet divided. The Spaniard took his first step towards the third major of the season’s gates by making use of his appearance at the final US Open qualifier at the Dallas Athletic Club, wherein he finished as the first alternate. His fate at Pinehurst was sealed thanks to the six spots saved for late exceptions by the USGA.

Before Garcia took the third spot out of the total six, Adam Scott and Robert MacIntyre made use of the first two spots. While Scott’s luck remained rooted in the tragic demise of Grayson Murray, MacIntyre made use of his win at the RBC Canadian Open to pace his special way to Pinehurst.

Garcia, for one, is all set to make his 25th consecutive appearance in the highly coveted event. After more than half a decade of longing for his second major title, the LIV golfer may make the 2024 edition his best shot at the third major of the season’s trophy to date. His first, and last major as of now came in 2017 at Augusta.

While Garcia prepares to make full use of the opportunity endowed upon him at the hands of the USGA, not all fans are his well-wishers. Even though a fair sect is interested in seeing Garcia succeed, others have preemptively decided against his credibility. But what exactly is the golf town talking about?

Fans react to Sergio Garcia’s ‘alternate’ route to the U.S. Open field

A fan wrote, “Can’t wait to watch him miss the cut.” Their reaction highlighted the larger golf world’s verdict, expecting Garcia to miss the cut, despite his new record extension to his long list of appearances. After all, Garcia has a rough history, having not finished inside the top 15 at the US Open in his last seven appearances.

Yet another fan quickly remarked, “Doesn’t belong there,” taking a sharp hit at his recent rocky professional events and his position as first alternate in the final US Open qualifier at the Dallas Athletic Club.

Another fan sarcastically wrote, “Well, somebody has to miss the cut,” taking a hit at Sergio Garcia’s predicted fate for the thrilling weekend to come. This feeling was symphonous in the larger golf circles.

One of the netizens pointed out, “Niemann deserves a spot,” thus hinting at how they believe Niemann deserves the spot more than Garcia. This is in recognition of the Chilean LIV Golf Pro’s intense major event appearance.

Another X user decidedly said, “Won’t make the cut.” Their staunch belief and associated discredition of Garcia’s skills were a symphony largely echoed in the entirety of the golf fan circle.

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