Emotional Paul Casey reveals what he plans to do with his prize money at the Omega European Masters
Professional golfer Paul Casey is leading the Omega European Masters and has pledged to donate his entire prize money to victims of a tragic fire in Crans-Montana. The gesture comes as Casey considers a potential return to the DP World Tour in 2027.
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The story highlights a significant charitable act by a high-profile athlete in response to a local community tragedy.
Paul Casey leads the Omega European Masters by three strokes heading into the final round on Sunday.
Casey will be looking to chalk up the 16th DP World Tour victory of his career on Sunday at Crans-sur-Sierre.
The Englishman joined LIV Golf back in 2022, so we don't see him play as much on the DP World Tour as we once did.
However, with LIV Golf set to head in a different direction in 2027, Paul Casey may well decide to play more golf on the DP World Tour .
A win on Sunday at the Omega European Masters for the 49-year-old would be absolutely vital ahead of the 2027 season.
Casey spoke to reporters in Crans-Montana on Saturday after shooting a third-round 63 to take a three-stroke lead heading into Sunday.
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