Billy Horschel calls winning in his home state a "pride factor." The closest he's come in 40 starts in Florida is tied for second at the 2022 API.

Billy Horschel didn't hold back when discussing the level of difficulty at the PGA National Resort for the Honda Cognizant Classic just hours after he dueled with an alligator

PGA Tour golfer Billy Horschel proved his Florida Man status during his opening round at the Cognizant Classic in Palm Beach Gardens on Thursday,7. During his round at the PGA National Resort, Horschel,

PGA Tour golfer Billy Horschel proved his Florida Man status during his opening round at the Cognizant Classic in Palm Beach Gardens on Thursday, February 27. During his round at the PGA National Resort,

Horschel played his college golf for the Florida Gators, so he knows plenty about the wildlife that gets seen on courses in the Sunshine State — including, yes, alligators.

The longtime pro produced one of the finest rounds in golf history at the Cognizant Classic. Ross Chastain has the best average finish at COTA among active drivers but could face a challenge from teammate Shane van Gisbergen.