Michael Block clarifies disqualification at Senior European Tour event

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Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Michael Block clarifies disqualification at Senior European Tour event
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Michael Block has addressed reports of him walking off the course during a Senior European Tour event. Block arrived late to his tee time, resulting in a two-shot penalty. Following a poor performance, he announced his withdrawal due to injury after bogeying the 12th hole. However, tournament officials later deemed the situation a disqualification. Block refuted claims that he left upset about course conditions, calling the allegations absurd. He reached out to fellow players and officials to clarify his version of events.

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  • Block was late for his tee time, receiving a two-shot penalty.
  • He shot 43 on the front nine before withdrawing.
  • Tournament officials later disqualified him from the event.
  • Block disputes claims about being upset with course conditions.
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  • 9:29 PMYahoo SportsMichael Block disputes chatter that he walked off golf course at Senior European event
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