Stephen Curry will not actually win the tournament. Being a golfer isn’t his primary job. He’s a basketball player with a love for golf.
His participation in the Ellie Mae Classic rubbed some people the wrong way. They felt like he was a novelty act that would deprive a worthy “serious” golfer of an opportunity to participate. Many assumed that despite the fact that he is a solid golfer for a hooper, he wouldn’t be able to deal with the difficult course or high-level competition.
Curry proved them all wrong. Even if he has a poor Friday and his run ends, he’s already won.