Watch: John Senden's driver snaps in middle of downswing

John Senden fell victim to some faulty equipment during the first round of the Australian PGA Championship, as the shaft of his driver crumbled during his downswing on the par-5 ninth.

Here's a better look in slow motion.

After meeting with a rules official, it was determined his whiff counted as a stroke. Since the ball never moved, he was forced to hit again as it was already set up, and, without a driver at his disposal, Senden had to hit a 3-wood from an unfavorable position on the tee.

He ultimately made a bogey after all the drama.