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Allenby, caddie split midround after argument

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  • ESPN.com news services

A heated confrontation between Tour veteran Robert Allenby and his caddie during Thursday's first round of the Canadian Open led to Allenby firing his caddie midround, then having a fan jump in to caddie for his last nine holes.

According to Golf.com, Allenby's caddie, Mick Middlemo, insisted he use an 8-iron for his fourth shot on the par-5 13th at Glen Abbey Golf Club in Oakville, Canada.