Frank Kennedy has publicly rejected claims of “serious misconduct” following his disqualification from the final stage of the DP World Tour’s Q-School. The 21-year-old Englishman was removed from the 108-hole event at which the top 15 and ties earn a Tour card, with organizers citing “deliberate damage to the course” as the basis for his removal. Kennedy, who was tied for 28th after 72 holes, issued a statement on Instagram asserting that he did not intentionally damage the putting surface, labeling opposing comments as “wholly incorrect.”
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The incident allegedly occurred on the 11th green after Kennedy missed a birdie putt and tapped in. According to his account, he swung his putter in frustration while walking off the green, accidentally catching the surface. This explanation directly contradicts the official ruling, which characterized the act as deliberate damage. The discrepancy has raised questions about the interpretation of player conduct rules and the severity of penalties applied for on-course infractions during high-stakes qualification events.
Kennedy’s disqualification marks a significant setback for his professional trajectory, particularly given his recent success on the HotelPlanner Tour, where he claimed a victory as an 18-year-old in 2024. As the DP World Tour maintains strict integrity standards, the case highlights the zero-tolerance approach to course damage. Whether Kennedy will appeal the decision remains to be seen, but the incident has already generated substantial discussion within the golf community regarding the balance between emotional moments and disciplinary enforcement.
Source: Sky Sports
