Ernie Els is still pinching himself.
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Not only did the Fowler ace mean a $1 million donation to the Els for Autism foundation, but the Big Easy’s longtime friend, South African billionaire Johann Rupert, made a decision to match the $1 million gift. But Fowler stole the show with a most unlikely ace – a one-hopper into the cup on the 113-yard, par-3 “bonus” 19th hole after the pro-am had ended.
After several other top golfers failed, Rickie Fowler took aim, but not before making a couple of adjustments.
“It’s like a miracle, ” Els said, according to ESPN”.
Els, a four-time major champion, established the Els for Autism Foundation in the spring of 2009 when his son Ben was diagnosed with Autism.
“(The $1 million) makes a huge impact immediately, ” he added.
Fowler was playing in the charity event with many top-class professionals including Els, Rory McIlroy, Luke Donald and Louis Oosthuizen.
Els’ wife, Liezel, was over-whelmed by the moment. ‘I think the hand [of God] came down today.’ It’s kind of one of those things.
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Ryan Ballengee is a Yahoo Sports contributor.
