The ultimate golf party erupted in celebration on Friday as Emiliano Grillo sank a stunning hole-in-one at TPC Scottsdale's renowned par-3 16th during the Phoenix Open's second round. The Argentine golfer delivered an iron shot from 155 yards that soared high before landing directly in the cup. Grillo's joyous leap and embrace with his playing partner, Rafael Campos, and caddie set off a wave of excitement among the thousands of fans in the stadium seating. This ace marked Grillo as the 12th player to achieve this feat since the Phoenix Open transitioned to TPC Scottsdale in 1987, and the first since Carlos Ortiz's last year in the final round. "It was a perfect shot, just a full pitching wedge," Grillo commented to Golf Channel post-ace. The crowd's exhilarating response was delayed as they struggled to spot the ball from such a distance, but their cheers were immediate as they celebrated together, sending drinks flying onto the green. Tournament officials had to pause the game to clear up debris and check for damage, reflecting the thrill of the moment. This was Grillo's second tour hole-in-one, with his first occurring at the 13th hole during the 2019 Open Championship at Royal Portrush. The atmosphere stays electric as the 2025 WM Phoenix Open continues, promising thrilling action as viewers settle in to watch Friday's second round.
