Due to its unusual shape, you will be surprised by the first gift Sam Burns gave Scottie Scheffler’s son after becoming his godfather.
Sam Burns and Scottie Scheffler share a long-standing friendship that dates back to their teenage years. Over the course of what seems like countless years, they have competed in golf matches together as well as against each other.
The pair are pickleball teammates who frequently share accommodations while traveling.
The first event of the FedEx Cup playoffs, known as this week’s FedEx St. Jude Championship held in Memphis,
The dynamics of the relationship changed when Sam was filmed holding Bennett, Scottie’s newborn son, and actively showing support during his second round of competition.
By the day’s close, Burns had secured third place at 10 under and Scheffler was trailing closely behind him in fourth spot with a score of 9 under. Amazingly coincidental!
After the second round of play, there is more to learn than just the Burns-Scheffler excitement.
Burns successfully executed his plan of having a strong beginning on a sunny day in Memphis. He commenced with a birdie on the second hole, an eagle on the third and yet another birdie on the fourth. As he turned around after completing nine holes, Burns recorded an impressive 29 score. Eventually, by the end of his round that day, he had narrowed down to only one stroke behind Hideki Matsuyama and Denny McCarthy who shared leadership position jointly.
Burns responded affirmatively when asked if the week felt like a playoff, despite unenthusiastic crowds.
He expressed that due to the scorching temperatures, it is unlikely for individuals to stroll around and become fans. Instead, they are remaining situated in shelters – a choice he would also make if he was present. Notwithstanding, with regards to competitors partaking in this crucial week leading up until the Tour Championship; there certainly exists an altered mood amongst them.
Despite some impressive performances this season, Denny McCarthy entered the tournament with unfavorable odds to win. Despite finishing second at the Valero Texas Open in April and placing within the top 7 at both John Deere Classic and Wells Fargo Championship, he has yet to secure his first PGA Tour victory. At 31 years old, McCarthy is still on a quest for that coveted title.
McCarthy appeared unfazed by the sweltering Memphis temperature, relishing in an adventurous round marked by two bogeys and a remarkable nine birdies. He wrapped up his performance with a score of 63, positioning him at par with Matsuyama atop the leaderboard.
Despite dealing with a torn labrum in his hip, he had to alter his swing.
. “I don’t want to share too much. It’s been bothering me, but I’ve managed to overcome it these past few days. As I previously mentioned, the heat seems to alleviate it. Anyway, excited for a challenge this weekend,” he stated cautiously.
Saturday is expected to bring thunderstorms.
PGA Tour officials announced on Friday afternoon that the Memphis area is likely to experience thunderstorms early Saturday. Because of the unfavorable weather forecast, players have been rescheduled to tee off around 9:45 a.m. on Saturday morning.
During rounds one and two, the 70-player group started teeing off in pairs every ten minutes at 7:20 a.m. on the first tee. However, for Saturday’s round, players will be grouped into threes and begin simultaneously from both Nos.1 and 10 between 9:45-11:45 am.
