Scheffler Lead Trimmed to Four Shots at Tour Championship After Dramatic Second Round
World number one Scottie Scheffler commanding lead at the Tour Championship has been trimmed to four shots as Collin Morikawa and Xander Schauffele made significant moves during a weather-affected second round in Atlanta. Despite the interruptions, Scheffler remains in a strong position, but his quest for the FedExCup title is now more contested than ever.
Scheffler Solid Performance Amidst Weather Disruptions
Scheffler, who entered the second round with a seven-shot lead following a stellar opening 65, carded a 66 in the second round to move to 21 under par. The American star, who is hunting for his first FedExCup title, navigated through a weather delay and managed to birdie two of his final three holes.
“I feel like my swing is in a good spot,” Scheffler commented after his round. “I’ve hit it nice the last couple of days. A lot of quality stuff out there, and yeah, in a good spot going into the weekend.”
Morikawa and Schauffele Close the Gap
Collin Morikawa posted the best round of the day with a 63, moving him into second place and reducing Scheffler’s lead to four shots. Morikawa round featured just one bogey on the 11th hole, followed by back-to-back birdies to finish strong.
Xander Schauffele also made a significant leap, carding a 64 to sit one shot behind Morikawa. The two-time Tour Championship winner is firmly in contention for the £19 million prize and aims to close the gap further in the upcoming rounds.
McIlroy and Others in Pursuit
Northern Ireland Rory McIlroy, a four-time major winner, is tied for 10th place at eight under par after a challenging second round. Despite his efforts, McIlroy faces an uphill battle to catch the leaders and make a move up the leaderboard.
Australian Adam Scott, American Sahith Theegala, and Will Clark are tied at 12 under par, while Sam Burns is a further shot back at 11 under.
What Next?
With Scheffler holding a reduced lead, the final rounds promise to be an exciting battle. Morikawa and Schauffele’s strong performances have set up a thrilling finish as the top contenders vie for the prestigious FedExCup title. As the tournament progresses, fans will be eagerly watching to see if Scheffler can maintain his lead or if Morikawa and Schauffele will overtake him.
The Tour Championship continues with heightened anticipation as the leading players prepare for a competitive weekend at East Lake Golf Club.
