ST. SIMONS ISLAND, Ga. – Cole Hammer’s next competitive round was going to be a Monday qualifier on the Korn Ferry Tour early next year.
But after Sunday’s closing 65 at the RSM Classic and his tie for fifth, his plans have changed dramatically.
Although he appeared to play his way out of the tournament with a Saturday 72, Hammer rallied with six birdies and a timely top-10 finish that assures the newly-minted professional a spot in the Sony Open to start the year.
“It means the world,” Hammer said. “I didn't know what my next event would be, could have easily been a Korn Ferry Monday qualifier.