Scottie Scheffler shoots 61 to take 3-shot lead in Memphis in playoff opener
Summary
Scottie Scheffler scored a 9-under 61 in the second round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis, taking a three-shot lead with a total score of 11-under 129. He started strong with five birdies in a row and tied the course record, while other players like Viktor Hovland and Sungjae Im were trailing behind.Key Facts
- Scheffler birdied the first five holes and shot 61 in the second round.
- His total score after two rounds is 11-under 129, leading by three strokes.
- He played in hot 100-degree weather at TPC Southwind golf course.
- Scheffler tied the tournament course record.
- Viktor Hovland and Sungjae Im are tied for second place at 8-under.
- Rory McIlroy is tied for 60th place with a score of 4-over.
- Scheffler entered the event with a big FedExCup points lead and aims to continue his strong play.
- Only the top 50 players advance to the next playoff event, the BMW Championship.
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