LIV Golf star breaks down in tears as he makes feelings clear on DP World Tour after win
Laurie Canter fought back tears after securing his first victory on the DP World Tour at the European Open in Germany on Sunday. This win, his first DP World Tour title, saw Canter triumph by two shots at Green Eagle near Hamburg, earning him a £334,000 prize. Canter, originally from Bath and a member of…
Laurie Canter fought back tears after securing his first victory on the DP World Tour at the European Open in Germany on Sunday. This win, his first DP World Tour title, saw Canter triumph by two shots at Green Eagle near Hamburg, earning him a £334,000 prize.
Canter, originally from Bath and a member of LIV Golf, expressed the significance of this achievement, highlighting that winning on the DP World Tour has been his primary ambition since turning professional. His emotional reaction and comments underscore that LIV golfers still hold a strong passion for competing on the Wentworth-based circuit.
The 34-year-old Canter entered the final round tied for the lead and managed to outplay his competitors with a one-under-par round of 72. He finished two strokes ahead of Thriston Lawrence and former LIV star Bernd Wiesberger. This victory marks only his second professional win, the first being on the Jamega Pro Golf Tour in 2015.
Canter, who turned professional in 2011, was a founding member of LIV Golf and played with the Cleeks team during the 2022 season. However, he lost his spot on the main roster in 2023 and has since taken on a reserve role. Despite this, he participated in 11 of the 14 LIV events last season, finishing 44th in the end-of-season rankings. He narrowly missed securing a full-time position at the LIV Promotions event in December, falling short in a two-for-three playoff.
Continuing his role as a reserve player this season, Canter has competed in five DP World Tour events while also playing on the LIV circuit. His notable performances include finishing 15th and 21st in Mayakoba and Las Vegas, respectively, earning nearly £400,000 in prize money.
Despite the challenges and uncertainty regarding his status with LIV, Canter’s dedication to both tours is evident. The DP World Tour has typically suspended players for up to eight tournaments and fined them as much as £100,000 for participating in LIV events. Yet, Canter’s recent win at the European Open reflects his commitment and resilience in the face of these obstacles.