Where were Graeme McDowell’s clubs? The 2010 U.S. Open champion arrived at the 64th Hong Kong Open ready to chase one more great week, but his golf bag did not. What was supposed to be a comeback stage for the 46-year-old LIV golfer quickly turned into a frustrating lesson in timing and fate.

The Irishman, who hasn’t played a major since the 2020 Masters, had been eyeing a way back to big-league golf. “I miss the Majors, I miss the access to those and obviously it’s an amazing prize,” McDowell had said ahead of the $2 million event. But when his luggage failed to make it to the course on time, his return plans unraveled before the first tee shot.

Instead of venting, McDowell took the setback with surprising acceptance. Reflecting on the chaotic start, he admitted, “I probably got what I

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