Underdog Allen Hermosillo Springs a Surprise at Silver Cup

The 2023 Silver Cup Disc Golf tournament was an event to remember, especially for underdog player Allen Hermosillo. Starting the final round in second place behind world-ranked number two Ricky Wysocki, Hermosillo's journeyman status seemed like it might be a recipe for disaster on the big stage. However, Hermosillo proved himself to be more than just a contender when he carded an impressive 1030-rated round to secure his second-place finish.

Wysocki had been dominating the tournament, posting ratings of 1026, 1041, and 1063 in the first three rounds, giving him a commanding lead. His double bogey on hole eight, however, opened the door for Hermosillo to make a move. With just ten holes left to play, Hermosillo carded a birdie on the eighth hole, narrowing Wysocki's lead to one stroke.

Over the next five holes, Wysocki regained control of the tournament, but Hermosillo remained focused and in contention. The underdog even briefly took the lead after hole 12 before Wysocki reclaimed his position at the top. While several players challenged Hermosillo for second place throughout the final round, he consistently delivered solid shots to secure his spot on the podium.

Nate Doss's impressive eagle on the final hole ultimately pushed him into a tie for second with Hermosillo, but both players gave themselves a strong chance to advance in the Pro Tour Points Series. In fact, all three leaders – Wysocki, Hermosillo, and Doss – are now well-positioned to earn a bye into the semifinals of the Tour Championship.

Meanwhile, Sarah Hokom emerged as the standout performer on the ladies' side, winning her first-ever Pro Tour title with an impressive birdie putt on the final hole. Hokom's victory marked a thrilling conclusion to the Silver Cup, which saw some of the best players in the sport go head-to-head over three days.

Hokom's win was particularly notable, given that she threw Legacy Discs, the same brand sponsoring the Silver Cup. Her infectious smile and emotional reaction after securing her first Pro Tour title made for a heartwarming moment, as did the performances of Val Jenkins and Holly Finley, who battled it out in a closely contested ladies' final round.

In the end, Hokom's clutch birdie putt on the 18th hole sealed her victory by two strokes over Val Jenkins. Her win was a testament to her skill and determination, and she will undoubtedly be a force to be reckoned with in future Pro Tour events.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/wysocki-grabs-gold-legacy-discs-silver-cup