Ricky Ponting Stuns with Eagle at New Zealand Open 2025
Ricky Ponting, a legend on the cricket field, has once again left fans in awe—this time, on the golf course. Competing in the New Zealand Open Pro-Am, the former Australian cricket captain delivered a jaw-dropping moment on the par-4 seventh hole that had everyone talking.
Ponting, who played alongside former Black Caps skipper Stephen Fleming and All Blacks icon Richie McCaw, lined up his drive with precision. As he struck the ball, he urged it to “go a little bit,” and it did just that. The ball soared beautifully through the air, landed on the green, and rolled within feet of the hole. The commentary team couldn’t hold back their excitement—“Oh my!” was the instant reaction. With a cool and composed stroke, Ponting sunk the putt, securing an eagle in style.
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It was a brilliant way to bounce back after a frustrating moment on the previous hole. Speaking to Sky Sport after the round, Ponting admitted he was disappointed with his shot on the sixth, which found the water. But as a true competitor, he saw the seventh hole as a chance for redemption—and he delivered. “I needed to redeem things for my team… nice way to bounce back,” he said with a smile.
Ponting was paired with Queensland professional golfer Louis Dobbelaar, and together they put on an impressive performance, finishing in equal 12th place with a total score of 123 across two rounds. While Ponting’s golfing talent has never been a secret, this moment further proved that his competitive edge and precision extend far beyond the cricket field.
Golf fans and sports lovers alike were left thoroughly entertained, and Ponting’s near hole-in-one will surely be a highlight of the tournament. Whether it’s cricket or golf, Ricky Ponting continues to show why he’s a class act in any sport he plays.
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