Planet Golf News for Saturday, August 24, 2024

Hideki Matsuyama withdraws from BMW Championship, Scott leads at BMW Championship, opens up on overcoming ‘atrocious’ flaw as frustration builds for McIlroy, Scheffler

Saturday, August 24, 2024

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The golf world is buzzing this weekend, with major tournaments across different tours producing some unforgettable moments and standout performances.

Starting with the BMW Championship, Adam Scott has been on fire, leading the field after a stunning second-round 63 that catapulted him to 13 under par. His strong play has given him a three-shot lead over Keegan Bradley, despite a bogey from Bradley on the final hole. Scott's resurgence is one of the tournament's major stories, as he's showing confidence and freedom in his game. The event also saw some struggles, with Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy both having frustrating rounds—Scheffler let out an exasperated outburst after a poor wedge shot, and McIlroy took his frustration to the next level by throwing his club into the water. Meanwhile, Hideki Matsuyama's withdrawal due to a lower back injury is casting a shadow over his FedEx Cup future. Although ranked No. 3 in the standings, his repeated withdrawals are raising concerns ahead of the Tour Championship.

Over at the AIG Women's Open at St. Andrews, Nelly Korda is shining. Armed with a new putter, she delivered a bogey-free round of 68, taking a commanding three-shot lead at 8 under par. Korda has embraced the unpredictable weather, adapting her game to the challenging conditions. Behind her, Charley Hull and Lilia Vu are tied for second, both facing their own struggles with the weather but staying in contention. Rose Zhang, however, had a tough day, getting stuck in a pot bunker that led to a quadruple-bogey—an all-too-relatable moment for any golfer.

Elsewhere, K.J. Choi leads the Ally Challenge on the PGA Tour Champions after a bogey-free round of 66, seeking his second win in just four starts. In Denmark, the DP World Tour's Danish Golf Championship is seeing weather disruptions, with defending champion Rasmus Højgaard sharing the lead in a tightly contested event. And over in Boise, Matt McCarty has taken the lead in the Albertsons Boise Open with a bogey-free 15-under after two rounds, as he eyes a big win.

As the weekend unfolds, all eyes are on Adam Scott and Nelly Korda, both poised for potential victories, while other stars like Rory McIlroy and Hideki Matsuyama are dealing with challenges that could shape their seasons. From spectacular shots to memorable meltdowns, it’s another thrilling weekend in the world of golf.

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Major Golf Tournaments happening this weekend

BMW Championship - PGA - Castle Pines Golf Club - Castle Rock, CO

On Friday during the BMW Championship at Castle Pines Golf Club in Castle Rock, Colorado, Adam Scott emerged as the tournament leader with a remarkable 9-under 63, giving him a three-shot lead heading into the weekend. Scott's performance was highlighted by his ability to rack up birdies, which he attributed to a newfound sense of freedom and confidence. This strong showing places him in a favorable position to secure a spot in the Tour Championship at East Lake and participate in all major tournaments next year. Meanwhile, Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley remained competitive despite recording his first bogey of the week, finishing with a 68. Notably, top players Scottie Scheffler and Xander Schauffele struggled, with Scheffler finishing 12 shots behind and Schauffele 11 shots off the lead, both failing to maintain their initial momentum. Ludvig Aberg also impressed with a 63, placing him four shots behind Scott. Rory McIlroy, however, faced difficulties and ended the day 10 shots behind after a frustrating round

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AIG Women’s Open - LPGA - St. Andrews Links (Old Course) - St. Andrews, Scotland

Friday evening, at the midway point of the AIG Women's Open at St. Andrews, Nelly Korda leads the tournament. She delivered a bogey-free round with a 4-under-par 68, giving her a three-stroke lead over the 2023 champion Lilia Vu. Other notable players tied at three-under include Ashleigh Buhai, Lydia Ko, Mao Saigo, Pei-yun Chien, and Casandra Alexander.

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The Ally Challenge - PGA Tour Champions - Warwick Hills G&CC - Grand Blanc, MI

On Friday evening K.J. Choi led the first round of The Ally Challenge at Warwick Hills Golf & Country Club with a bogey-free round of 66, putting him at 6-under par. Choi, seeking his second win in four starts, matched his lowest 18-hole score of the season. Following closely behind him, four players tied for second place with scores of 67 (-5): Stewart Cink, Brett Quigley, Rod Pampling, and David Branshaw. Each of these players showcased strong performances, with Branshaw notably qualifying for the event through an open qualifier. Meanwhile, Joe Durant, a past champion, was among five players tied for sixth place at 4-under par.

Danish Golf Championship - DP World - Lubker Golf Resort - Aarhus, Denmark

As of Friday evening, the Danish Golf Championship at Lübker Golf Resort in Aarhus, Denmark, saw a competitive leaderboard before the second round was suspended due to adverse weather conditions. The current leaders, all tied at five under par, include Adrien Saddier from France, Kristoffer Reitan from Norway, and Denmark's own Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen. These players completed their rounds with scores of 137 over two rounds. Rasmus Højgaard, the defending champion, was also at five under par but had only completed 11 holes when play was halted. Frederic Lacroix from France was similarly positioned at five under par through 10 holes.

Albertsons Boise Open pres. by Chevron - Korn Ferry - Hillcrest Country Club - Boise, ID

By the end of Friday's play, Max McGreevy led the tournament with a score of -12, having shot rounds of 65 and 67. He was followed closely by Sam Bennett, Braden Thornberry, and Will Chandler, all tied for second place at -9. Other notable players included Rick Lamb, Zach Bauchou, and Dawson Armstrong, who were tied for fifth at -8.

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