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Muncie native finishes 10th in PGA Tour event

MUNCIE, Ind. — Chase Wright re-emerged on the PGA Tour in a big way over the weekend at the Safeway Open in Napa, Calif.

The Muncie native and 2008 Delta graduate finished in a four-way tie for 10th place in his first PGA Tour event since 2012. Wright placed higher than the likes of Phil Mickelson, Hunter Mahan and Fred Couples. He earned a paycheck of $153,600.

Wright was at his best in the opening round, carding an eight-under 64 that featured six birdies and an eagle. He played the final seven holes of his round at six under par.