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Child Struck by Golf Cart at Valspar Championship as Brooks Koepka Rushes to Help

According to the NBC broadcast, the girl was later described as alright.

Overview

  • Broadcasters reported the incident near the 15th hole at Innisbrook Golf and Spa Resort in Palm Harbor, Florida, during Saturday’s third round.
  • Dan Hicks and Smylie Kaufman said a vehicle transporting fans struck the child and called the scene very scary.
  • Hicks told viewers the girl ended up underneath the cart, while Kaufman noted it was unclear how the collision occurred.
  • Brooks Koepka went under the ropes to console the child and remained with her family before returning to play.
  • Koepka and playing partner Danny Walker were briefly delayed, and no formal medical or tournament statement has been reported.