Smylie Kaufman receives new Nissan after Masters interview
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Following his third round 69 that moved him into second place at The Masters, Smylie Kaufman revealed to Jim Nantz that he still lives with his parents and is currently driving a 2008 Nissan Murano that "drives real nice."
Though his tournament ended with a disastrous final round 81 on Sunday, Kaufman's comments caught the ear of Nissan - who promised to give him a brand new Murano win or lose.
Good luck at #TheMasters, @SmylieKaufman10! Win or lose, we've got a 2016 Nissan Murano waiting to upgrade your 2008 pic.twitter.com/cOotvCvRC3
— Nissan (@NissanUSA) April 10, 2016
The 24-year-old replied to Nissan's generous offer Monday.
@NissanUSA @Nissan I'm glad I didn't have to hit a hole in one to get one! I appreciate the unexpected surprise!
— Smylie Kaufman (@SmylieKaufman10) April 11, 2016
- With h/t to NBC's Golf Central Blog
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