Golfer Penge, aged 26, has been charged for breaching the DP World Tour's betting regulations, specifically Regulation 3(a)(i) of the Integrity Programme, by placing bets on various golf events, as determined by an Independent Disciplinary Panel. While Penge did not wager on his own performance or the outcomes of tournaments in which he participated, the panel deemed his actions a violation of Tour rules. Consequently, he has received a three-month suspension from competitive golf, with one month of that suspension being stayed for a year, contingent on any further breaches.
The suspension began on December 13, meaning Penge will be ineligible to compete until February 13, 2025. Additionally, he is required to pay a fine of £2,000 (€2,408/$2,499). The Tour noted that the panel considered Penge’s quick admission of his breach and his full cooperation during the investigation when deciding on the sanction.
Penge has been a professional golfer since 2017 and boasts three professional victories, including the 2023 Open de Portugal and Rolex Challenge Tour Grand Final.
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