Allen, Wysocki Dominate the Competition at KCWO | Professional Disc Golf Association
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The 2016 Kansas City Wide Open was marked by unpredictable weather, with thunderstorms forecasted for the final round all week. However, despite the challenging conditions, some competitors managed to rise above the rest.
In the Open Women's division, Catrina Allen emerged as the clear winner, building a comfortable lead that proved insurmountable even for her closest rivals. With a strong performance in each round, Allen demonstrated her skill and determination, ultimately securing her third consecutive National Tour title for 2016 with an impressive score of -1.
Allen's strategy was to focus on winning rather than avoiding loss, which allowed her to maintain confidence throughout the tournament. Her approach paid off, as she finished with a lead of 11 strokes over Paige Pierce, who pushed Allen hard but ultimately fell short in second place.
In contrast, Ricky Wysocki dominated the Open division, taking advantage of his exceptional skills in rainy conditions. With five consecutive birdies on holes 4-8, Wysocki pulled away from the competition and went on to win by a significant margin, finishing seven strokes ahead of his nearest competitor.
Wysocki's experience and expertise in handling challenging weather made him nearly unbeatable in the rain-soaked conditions at Swope Park. He showed no signs of hesitation or distraction, even under the umbrella, carefully planning each shot before executing it with precision.
The final round was marked by a lightning delay and several storm cells heading towards Kansas City, but Wysocki's focus remained unwavering as he continued to pull away from the field. His victory was well-deserved, given his exceptional performance in trying conditions.
As the tournament came to a close, the rain finally subsided, allowing for a brief moment of sunshine before the awards ceremony and the subsequent breakdown of equipment. The 34th Kansas City Wide Open may have been marked by unpredictable weather, but it also showcased the strength and resilience of its competitors, particularly Allen and Wysocki.
The next stop on the National Tour will be the "Steady" Ed Memorial Masters Cup at DeLaveaga Disc Golf Course in Santa Cruz, CA.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/allen-wysocki-dominate-competition-kcwo