Georgia Tech’s top-ranked amateur golfer Christo Lamprecht was unable to participate in the Yellowjackets’ lineup on Saturday morning due to a back injury. Despite opening with a solid 2-under 70 on Friday at Omni La Costa’s North Course, Lamprecht experienced back soreness that prevented him from competing. Aidan Tran took his place in the lineup for the day.
Lamprecht’s hopes for an individual title at the tournament were dashed, and along with that, his chances of earning a PGA Tour card were also affected. He was ranked second in the PGA Tour University standings, with a win this week potentially giving him the opportunity to secure a PGA Tour card. However, being sidelined from the lineup means he will now receive last-place points for the event, allowing Stanford’s Michael Thorbjornsen to claim the PGA Tour card.
Although Lamprecht will still have full status on the Korn Ferry Tour as the second-ranked player in the PGA Tour U standings, the injury setback means he misses out on the chance for guaranteed job security on the PGA Tour. There is a possibility that Lamprecht may be able to return to Georgia Tech’s lineup on Sunday if his back improves, but he will not be able to compete for a stroke-play title. Last year, Lamprecht played a key role in helping the Yellowjackets reach
