Excitement Builds for Saturday’s Tee Times at the Zurich Classic
The anticipation is palpable as the third round of the 2024 Zurich Classic of New Orleans approaches this Saturday. After two exhilarating days on the course, the leaderboard remains tightly contested, promising another day filled with thrilling golf action.
Among the standout pairings to watch are Jon Rahm and Scottie Scheffler, who will hit the course at 12:45 p.m. CT. Currently leading by a narrow margin, they aim to solidify their position atop the leaderboard. Close behind them are Rory McIlroy and Justin Thomas, just one stroke off their pace; they will tee off in an eagerly awaited matchup at 12:53 p.m. CT.
The final pairing of the day features Patrick Cantlay and Xander Schauffele, both eager to climb higher on the leaderboard as they chase down Rahm and Scheffler’s lead.
With numerous top-ranked players still in contention, fans can expect an electrifying atmosphere that sets up a dramatic final round on Sunday.
Leaderboard Remains Tight After Two Rounds
The competition has intensified after two rounds at this year’s Zurich Classic of New Orleans. A mere five strokes separate the top ten players on a crowded leaderboard, setting up for an exciting weekend ahead.
Jon Rahm and Scottie Scheffler currently share a slim one-stroke lead over Rory McIlroy and Justin Thomas heading into Saturday’s play. Both Rahm and Scheffler recorded impressive scores of 67 during Friday’s round to reach a total of 12-under par (132). Meanwhile, McIlroy and Thomas posted rounds of 68 each to remain just one stroke back.
Patrick Cantlay and Xander Schauffele sit two strokes behind after carding rounds of 67 and 68 respectively; they will be joined in their group by Sam Burns and Billy Horschel—also trailing by two strokes.
A host of other elite players remain within striking distance including Matt Fitzpatrick (three strokes back) along with Tony Finau and Jordan Spieth (four strokes back). Fitzpatrick shot a second-round score of 68 while Finau managed a round of 69 followed by Spieth with a scorecard reading 70.
Current Leaderboard Standings:
| Rank | Player | Total Strokes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jon Rahm | -12 (132) |
| 1 | Scottie Scheffler | -12 (132) |
| 3 | Rory McIlroy | -11 (133) |
| 3 | Justin Thomas < td > -11(133) | |
| -9(135)< / | ||
| Billy Horschel< | -9(135)< | |
