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🏌🏻 Golfers and their Pets

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April 20, 2024

Good Morning! Both events across the PGA and the LPGA Tour are shaping up for a thrilling finish as we approach the business end of RBC Heritage and the Chevron Championship.

And you would probably guess it even without looking at the leaderboards; Scottie Scheffler and Nelly Korda are very much in contention to win.

Fun Fact: Scottie Scheffler shot 65 during Round 2, the 33rd time he's shot 65 or lower on the PGA Tour over the last three seasons. Xander Schauffele shot 64, the second-most in that same span, with 26.

⛳ This day in history: On this date in 1969, Kathy Whitworth tied with three others for the most consecutive wins in scheduled events with four. Whitworth’s fourth came in the Lady Carling Open.

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Korda On Track To Make It 5/5

Photo: Getty Images | Source: The Sun

Underdogs occupy the top spots across the PGA and the LPGA Tour but the star players are not very far off as we reach the halfway mark at RBC Heritage and the Chevron Championship.

⛳️ PGA Tour: RBC Heritage

🚀 4-Way Tie At The Top: Collin Morikawa had another solid outing, registering a 5-under 66 and has a four-way share of the lead with Tom Hoge, J.T. Poston and Sepp Straka after Round 2.

The leading pack is tied at 11-under, one shot clear of the chasing trio comprising Rodgers, Aberg and Hughes.

⏳ Scheffler In Contention: Scottie Scheffler might be "drained", "tired" or all of that but he is never far off from the top spots. The World No 1 currently sits T-10, just three back from the leaders following his six-birdie second round 65.

📌 Rory's Wedges: Rory McIlroy included the TaylorMade BRNR Mini Driver in his bag for this week's event in Hilton Head but that's not the only change that he has made. He has also switched his wedges from TaylorMade Milled Grind 4s to what appears to be Titleist Vokey SM10s.

Leaderboard after Round 2

Click here to watch Round 2 highlights.

⛳️ LPGA Tour: Chevron Championship

🏌‍♀Rookie Shares Lead: Rookie Jin Hee Im and 21-year-old Thai star Atthaya Thitikul share the 36-hole lead (-8) after Round 2. Im is making her first-ever start in a major championship this week and is now holding her first-ever lead or co-lead on the LPGA Tour.

🚨 Korda On Track: Nelly Korda sits one stroke back of Thitikul and Im at -7, very much on track to win a historical 5th consecutive LPGA title. With a win this week, she will tie Annika Sorenstam’s and Nancy Lopez’s record for most wins in consecutive starts on the LPGA Tour.

🚫 Stars Miss Cut: 73 players will play the weekend at the year’s first major. Multiple big names have failed to make the cut and that includes the likes of Lexi Thompson, Celine Boutier, Danielle Kang and Minjee Lee among others.

Click here to watch Round 2 highlights.

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Thank you for all the memories, @1soyeonryu. We can't wait to see what's next for you.
— LPGA (@LPGA)
11:07 PM • Apr 19, 2024

WEEKEND READING
EXCLUSIVE: These Pro Golfers Have Adorable Pets

Source: Golf Reporters

From faithful companions on the course to cherished family members off it, explore the fascinating connections that top golfers like Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, and more share with their furry friends.

In this Golf Reporter Exclusive, we uncover the stories behind the birdies, bogeys, and the four-legged companions that make their lives complete.

🐶 Tiger Woods has two pet dogs named Bugs and Lola. He used to own a cheetah named Thunder, showcasing his passion for animals through conservation efforts and wildlife support.

🐶 Rory McIlroy shares his life with Theo, a rescued Labrador Retriever, often sharing their adventures on social media, demonstrating his affection for animals.

🐶 Jordan Spieth enjoys the company of Charlie, a golden retriever, displaying his love for animals and sometimes interacting with wildlife during his golf rounds.

🐶 Brooks Koepka’s pet Max, a Maltese-Poodle mix, reflects his compassion for animals, evident in his involvement in charity events supporting animal welfare causes.

🐶 Xander Schauffele’s Golden Retriever, Kota, is a beloved pet, reflecting his love for animals and his participation in charity events for animal welfare.