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John Daly Shares Video of Bellyflop Into Penalty Area at Cologuard Classic

He appeared unhurt afterward, finishing T-29 at 6-under.

Overview

  • The 59-year-old slipped after a chip from a steep lie near the green, sliding out of frame and bellyflopping into a penalty area.
  • Daly posted the clip to Instagram with the caption, “On today’s episode of ‘Jacka**,’” and joked about “bellyfloppin’ in the desert.”
  • Bystanders rushed toward him, and caddie Joel Cooley slid down the bank to help immediately after the fall.
  • Coverage notes no indication of a serious injury, based on Daly sharing the video and finishing the tournament.
  • He completed the Cologuard Classic at 6-under for a tie for 29th in his first PGA Tour Champions start of 2026.