Xander Schauffele Leads the Way
Xander Schauffele took a record-equalling three-shot lead into the second round of the US PGA Championship after an impressive performance at Valhalla. Schauffele matched the lowest score in men’s major championship history by recording nine birdies in a flawless 62, matching the mark set by Branden Grace in the 2017 Open.
Impressive Start for Schauffele
Schauffele expressed his satisfaction with his performance, stating, “It feels great. It’s just day one, but if someone had said I was going to shoot nine under, I would certainly have taken it. I’ve been playing some really good golf, having a lot of close calls, so me and my team say why not keep chugging along?”
Competition Heats Up
Despite his low score, Schauffele was only three shots clear of compatriots Tony Finau and Sahith Theegala, with other top players like Rory McIlroy and Scotland’s Robert MacIntyre also in the mix.
Notable Performances
World number one Scottie Scheffler and defending champion Brooks Koepka both had solid rounds, while Jon Rahm made a strong comeback after a shaky start. The history of three-shot leads after the opening round of the US PGA was also highlighted.
Memorable Quotes and Moments
Justin Thomas commented on the challenging competition, while Scottie Scheffler’s hole-out eagle and Schauffele’s impressive round were among the standout moments of the day.
Statistics and Highlights
Various statistics were shared, including Scheffler’s impressive tee-to-green performance and the performance of players on different holes. The weather forecast for the upcoming days was also provided.
Key Tee Times
Highlighted key tee times for the upcoming rounds were shared, featuring notable players like Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, and Xander Schauffele.