Former Atlanta Braves pitcher and 2015 Baseball Hall of Fame inductee John Smoltz’s talent on the diamond is well documented. On Thursday, Smoltz added another major athletic accomplishment that was not baseball related.
Smoltz shot a 3-under-par 69 and came out on top of a three-hole playoff at Planterra Ridge Golf Club in Peachtree City, Georgia, on Thursday. Thanks to Smoltz’s performance, the 51-year-old has qualified for the 2018 U.S. Senior Open.
What an incredible day of golf at Planterra Ridge GC! Jack Larkin and Sonny Skinner tied for medalist honors and John Smoltz secured the third qualifying spot in a playoff!