Joel Dahmen Gets The Beers In After Injuring Fan At PGA
The popular pro dips into his pocket to compensate an injured spectator
No one goes to watch the golf hoping to get hit by a ball, but when you’re well compensated for taking one to the body, it eases the pain a little – just ask Caleb McGuire.
The spectator was watching a practice round at Oak Hill Country Club in Rochester, New York, ahead of this week’s PGA Championship, when he took a blow on his calf.
Moments later, Joel Dahmen, the man responsible for the errant tee shot down the first hole, appeared, and asked McGuire how much a beer cost at the tournament (a whopping $17 as it happens) before pulling out a "crispy" $100 bill – which has got to be better than the usual form of compensation, a signed glove or ball.
"I got your beers today," said Dahmen, who appeared recently in one of the standout episodes of the Netflix documentary, Full Swing. The man from Clarkston, Washington, has recovered from testicular cancer to become a PGA Tour winner, and he’s clearly a fun-loving, generous type.
With over $10.5m in career earnings to his name, the 35-year-old can obviously afford to buy big rounds, and his latest interaction with the crowd will only make him more popular. Quite how many $100 bills the American carries around in his pocket is unclear, but maybe he's having problems with his driver.
Shoutout to @Joel_Dahmen for hitting my calf with a tee shot today on hole #1! He proceeds to ask me how much a beer costs at the tourney and I tell him $17 a pop. He then pulls out a crispy $100 bill and says "I got your beers today." 💯 ⛳️ 🍻 pic.twitter.com/oLIenCUj5qMay 18, 2023
For McGuire, that was five beers and a bit of change, although it wasn’t the beer that made the fan’s day, but getting to meet Dahmen. After giving the player a shout out on Twitter, Dahmen responded: "Sorry about that! Hope you enjoyed the beers."
"It was a pleasure just to meet you! We couldn’t stop talking about it for the rest of the day. Go ahead and win this week," replied the wounded golfer, who also shared a picture on Twitter of his bruised leg.
Get the top Black Friday deals right in your inbox: Sign up now!
The hottest deals and product recommendations during deals season straight to your inbox plus all the best game-changing tips, in-depth features and the latest news and insights around the game.
Holding the $100 bill and posing with a couple of beers, it appears McGuire is keeping the bill as a momento, with no evidence to suggest that he bought anything from first aid to treat the wound. Just beer.
Michael has been with Golf Monthly since 2008. As a multimedia journalist, he has also worked for The Football Association, where he created content to support the men's European Championships, The FA Cup, London 2012, and FA Women's Super League. As content editor at Foremost Golf, Michael worked closely with golf's biggest equipment manufacturers, and has developed an in-depth knowledge of this side of the industry. He's now a regular contributor, covering instruction, equipment and feature content. Michael has interviewed many of the game's biggest stars, including six world number ones, and has attended and reported on many Major Championships and Ryder Cups. He's a member of Formby Golf Club.
-
How To Adjust Your Driver And Why It Can Help
It's crucial that you know what you're doing if you want to change the setup of your driver to improve your ball flight. Here's our ultimate guide
By Joel Tadman Published
-
Graham DeLaet Facts: 20 Things To Know About The PGA Tour Pro Turned Broadcaster
Graham DeLaet had a successful career in the game, but after injuries took a toll, he has stepped into a broadcasting role in recent years - here are 20 facts about him
By Mike Hall Published
-
'Bizarro' - Joel Dahmen Reacts To Four-Stroke Penalty For Carrying 15th Club
The one-time PGA Tour winner and Netflix Full Swing star was docked four strokes in the Shriners Children's Open first round after realizing he had a 15th club in the bag
By Elliott Heath Last updated
-
'What The F***?' How PGA Tour Pros (Including Rory McIlroy And Justin Thomas) Reacted To Merger News During Full Swing Season 2
The Netflix cameras captured the reactions of a number of PGA Tour pros after the June 6 agreement became public which were shared in Season 2 of 'Full Swing'
By Jonny Leighfield Published
-
Odyssey Golf And YouTube Stars Good Good Collaborate With New Putters
The YouTube group signed a deal with Callaway at the start of 2023 and will release their second limited-edition product together
By Ben Fleming Published
-
Seven-Handicap YouTube Star Defies Odds To Complete Hole-In-One Challenge
YouTube star and CEO of gaming organisation 100 Thieves 'Nadeshot' achieved the feat in little over an hour having rented out a course to put his skills to the test
By Ben Fleming Published
-
Who Are The No Laying Up Members?
Get to know the characters behind the hugely successful golf content creation company
By Ben Fleming Published
-
ESPN Agrees Deal To Broadcast First Season Of TGL
The new goal league, launched by Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods, is due to start in January 2024
By Ben Fleming Published
-
Robert MacIntyre Hints At PGA Tour Switch After Ryder Cup Success
The Scotsman admitted that he may have to make the move to America if he's to achieve all of his goals within the game
By Ben Fleming Published
-
Honorary European Ryan Fox 'Chuffed' By Europe's Ryder Cup Victory
The New Zealander admitted he was no neutral observer and was pulling for Luke Donald's side last week at Marco Simone
By Ben Fleming Published