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Sending congratulations to Hield on …

Sending congratulations to Hield on behalf of The Bahamas and the Bahamian people via a press release was Prime Minister Dr. Hubert Minnis. “Buddy Hield’s impressive career in the NBA is an inspiration to all Bahamians, especially the young men of this nation. His success is a testament that hard work and perseverance pays off,” the prime minister said. “Saturday’s dramatic performance is yet another example of his distinction in the sport of basketball.” The release also stated that Minnis looks forward to congratulating Hield in person on his visit home.

Tommy Gainey wins Korn Ferry Tour 2020 season opener in Bahamas

Tommy Gainey rebounded from a second-round 75 with a 67-69 finish to win The Bahamas Great Exuma Classic at Sandals Emerald Bay by 4 shots.

Tommy “Two Gloves” Gainey, arrested in December in Florida and charged with a misdemeanor for allegedly soliciting prostitution as part of a major prostitution and human-trafficking sting, won the 2020 Korn Ferry Tour season opener Wednesday.

Gainey rebounded from a second-round 75 with a 67-69 finish to win The Bahamas Great Exuma Classic at Sandals Emerald Bay by four shots over John Oda and Dylan Wu.

George Cunningham, Sean O’Hair, Will Zalatoris, and Jose de Jesus Rodriguez tied for fourth, five shots back.

Gainey opened his final round with a birdie and closed with birdies on 16, 17 and 18 for his third win on the Korn Ferry Tour. He also has a PGA Tour win in the 2012 McGladrey Classic.

Gainey turned pro in 1997 and joined the PGA Tour in 2008. He gained popularity among fans for wearing gloves on both hands. He also was a notable character on Golf Channel’s “Big Break” in 2005.

Gainey was one of 124 arrested as part of the investigation titled “Operation Santa’s Naughty List.” He is scheduled to be arraigned Feb. 6 in Bartow, Fla.