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US PGA Tour players Rickie Fowler and Max Homa were among the big names to miss out on what is known as 'golf's longest day'.

South Africa's Erik van Rooyen finished first in Columbus, Ohio, with Fowler and Homa missing out in a five-man play-off as fellow American Cameron Young claimed the final spot.

Homa, 34, was the only player carrying his bag at the event having recently split from his caddie and, with it going to a play-off, the world number 90 had to carry it for 38 holes.

Alongside Vegas in the early wave of starters, Pavon went bogey-free in a fine round of 65, while American Max Homa carded five birdies and an eagle in his first 12 holes before signing for a seven-under 64 to finish on five under.

Back in 2023 Americans Scottie Scheffler, Max Homa and Sam Burns were posting victories at this time of year, while Brooks Koepka, Wyndham Clark and Brian Harman landed majors.