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Nine Network’s Today show featured a lighthearted moment when co-host Karl Stefanovic drew attention to a mishap involving colleague Danika Mason at a recent charity golf event. The incident, a golf cart incident at Mick Fanning’s charity golf day, became a source of amusement on Monday’s broadcast, showcasing the camaraderie among the Today show team.
Danika Mason’s Golf Cart Mishap at Charity Event
Karl Stefanovic brought up a photo of a golf cart, seemingly submerged in a lake and bearing Mason’s name, from Aussie surf legend Mick Fanning’s charity day in Queensland.
‘Can you explain this shot? This is at the Mick Fanning golf day on the weekend, I just want to take you to this shot here,’ Stefanovic told viewers. ‘Just on that golf cart there, which is in the ocean, can you explain what happened there?’
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With a laugh, Mason responded, ‘Hey, that’s a sign of a good weekend!’
Lighter Side of the Unplanned Excursion
Mason, who shared the golf cart with surfer Macy Callaghan, took the incident in stride. She reposted Today’s announcement on her Instagram story on Monday morning, showcasing her sense of humor.
Fundraising and Festivities at Mick Fanning’s Charity Golf Day
While Daily Mail Australia does not imply alcohol was a factor in the golf cart incident, several attendees openly enjoyed beverages during the round. The event aimed to raise funds for Australians affected by floods in the NSW northern rivers region.
Bec Judd’s Experience and Event Highlights
AFL WAG Bec Judd shared on Instagram that she was ‘having too much fun’ while supporting the cause. She humorously noted the presence of numerous bars and entertainment points throughout the 18-hole course.
- ‘A bar and entertainment at most of the 18 holes is very dangerous,’ she wrote.
- Adding, ‘Shoeys aren’t that bad if the shoes are clean.’
Judd also admitted to enjoying her time dancing in the golf cart, even while ‘slightly drunk and distracted.’
Star-Studded Attendees and Entertainment
The charity golf event attracted various celebrities, including footy legend Brendan Fevola, singer Shannon Noll, comedian Hamish Blake, AFL star Mason Cox, and tennis icon Dylan Alcott. The day featured espresso martini bars, Fanning’s Balter beer, and motocross demonstrations.
- Videos from the event captured participants being thrown into a lake.
- Stars reacting to exploding golf balls.
- And some players playfully mooning the camera.
Mick Fanning’s Philanthropic Success
Since their inception in 2022, Fanning’s charity golf days have raised nearly $2 million. This year, participants had the chance to win a stunning $1 million and a Mercedes-Benz for achieving a hole-in-one.
‘Since 2022, we have raised almost $2million, which is something I am very proud of,’ the former world surfing champion told Daily Mail Australia. ‘I’m not much of a golfer myself, I just like having a hit with my mates. Knowing it is for such a good cause, that motivates me.’
Danika Mason’s Rigorous Schedule
Danika Mason is being recognized as one of Australian TV’s most dedicated personalities, balancing her NRL coverage alongside her role on Today.
Her demanding schedule involves covering late-night matches on Thursdays, followed by early morning appearances on Today with Stefanovic and Sarah Abo, and then returning to NRL coverage on Friday nights and Sunday afternoons.
This past Sunday, she reported live from Homebush, where a Bulldogs vs Rabbitohs game was temporarily halted due to severe weather conditions, marking the first NRL match suspension due to weather since 2015 when a hailstorm occurred on Anzac Day.