But two days later the American rookie was celebrating his first victory on the U.S.-based circuit, retaining his Tour card for 2013 after a win at the appropriately named Children's Miracle Network Hospitals Classic.

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By having the cache of Coachella or Bonnaroo on a resume is a calling card of acceptance to play the club circuit.

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