As Round 2 of the PGA Championship kicked off on Friday at Oak Hill Country Club in Rochester, New York, the opening round showcased a competitive field with numerous players vying for the top spot. Bryson DeChambeau, a standout from LIV Golf, secured the clubhouse lead on Thursday with an impressive score of 4-under 66. However, an early-morning frost delay interrupted the rounds of several golfers who had late-afternoon tee times. When play was eventually halted due to darkness, PGA Tour newcomer Eric Cole emerged as the leader, standing at an impressive 5-under through 14 holes.
DeChambeau, without even swinging a club, regained the lead. Cole, on the other hand, encountered a setback on the sixth hole during the morning session, resulting in a double-bogey. This dropped him into a tie for second place with Corey Conners, Dustin Johnson, and Scottie Scheffler, all at 3-under.
The first round of the PGA Championship has been officially completed
The first round of the PGA Championship has been officially completed, with the remaining 33 golfers, including notable names like Phil Mickelson, Rickie Fowler, and Patrick Cantlay, finishing their rounds after play resumed. PGA Tour newcomer Eric Cole, participating in only his second major, concluded his round with three consecutive pars, ending with an impressive score of 3-under 67.With the conclusion of the remaining 33 golfers, including Phil Mickelson, Rickie Fowler, and Patrick Cantlay, who were left on the course when play was suspended due to darkness on Thursday, the first round of the PGA Championship is now officially completed and recorded.
DeChambeau dazzles in opening round
Speaking to reporters on Thursday, Bryson DeChambeau expressed his satisfaction with his opening round performance, as he completed the first 18 holes with an impressive 4-under 66 score.
DeChambeau stated, "I couldn't have asked for a better round of golf at Oak Hill. It's a renowned venue with a challenging golf course." He acknowledged the difficulty of the course but expressed his contentment with his game, saying, "Fortunately, I was able to execute some excellent shots, hitting a good number of fairways, and I did what was required by sinking some putts. ... I've made a few adjustments this week, and it definitely paid off today."
The winner of the 2020 U.S. Open showcased his skills by hitting nine out of 14 fairways off the tee and landing on 15 out of 18 greens in regulation. Notably, he achieved an impressive average distance of 347 yards per tee shot, showcasing his power off the tee.
DeChambeau dazzles in opening round
Speaking to reporters on Thursday, Bryson DeChambeau expressed his satisfaction with his opening round performance, as he completed the first 18 holes with an impressive 4-under 66 score.
DeChambeau stated, "I couldn't have asked for a better round of golf at Oak Hill. It's a renowned venue with a challenging golf course." He acknowledged the difficulty of the course but expressed his contentment with his game, saying, "Fortunately, I was able to execute some excellent shots, hitting a good number of fairways, and I did what was required by sinking some putts. ... I've made a few adjustments this week, and it definitely paid off today."
The winner of the 2020 U.S. Open showcased his skills by hitting nine out of 14 fairways off the tee and landing on 15 out of 18 greens in regulation. Notably, he achieved an impressive average distance of 347 yards per tee shot, showcasing his power off the tee.
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