Xander Schauffele seized a slim one-stroke lead after the second round of the Wells Fargo Championship on Friday, with Rory McIlroy lurking two shots adrift. Schauffele carded a three-under-par 68 to move to nine under for the tournament, one ahead of American Max Homa (69). World number one Scottie Scheffler (70) is tied for third on seven under alongside South Korean Im Sung-jae (68). McIlroy, chasing his first PGA Tour win since October 2021, produced a rollercoaster 69 featuring six birdies and three bogeys. The four-time major champion sits in a tie for fifth on seven under.
Trump Turnberry, the renowned golf resort nestled in the stunning landscapes of Scotland, has recently fallen victim to significant vandalism amid a wave of protests. Activists unleashed their frustrations on the property, leaving behind graffiti and causing damage that underscores the deep-seated tensions linked to its ties with the former president
10 Golfers Earn Masters Berths Through Year-End Rankings
In an exciting turn of events, ten talented collegiate golfers have secured their spots in the prestigious 2023 Masters Tournament by finishing in the top 50 of the final World Amateur Golf Ranking. Leading the charge is Arizona State’s David Puig, who impressively ranks at No. 6, closely followed by North Carolina’s Austin Greaser at No. 8.
Among other standout qualifiers are Texas’ Cole Hammer (No. 11), LSU’s Garrett Barber (No. 15), and Stanford’s Michael Thorbjornsen (No. 18). Here’s the complete lineup of these rising stars: