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Hossler, MacIntyre tied for lead in Myrtle Beach

Hossler, MacIntyre tied for lead in Myrtle Beach

MacIntyre and ​Hossler emerged triumphant​ at⁣ the​ end‌ of Thursday’s⁢ round, seizing the⁣ lead⁣ at⁣ the Korn Ferry Tour Championship ‍in Myrtle Beach. Tied atop the ⁤leaderboard with⁤ matching scores ‍of‌ 64, they set the​ pace ​in the opening round of the⁣ season-ending ⁤event.

– ⁢Hossler, ⁢MacIntyre Surge Ahead on ​Day One

Hossler and‌ MacIntyre ‍Seize Day One at Myrtle Beach

With impressive performances, ⁢Sam Hossler ⁢and‌ Robert MacIntyre emerged‍ as the⁣ frontrunners ​after ‌the opening⁤ day of The International at Royal Myrtle Beach⁢ Golf ​Links. Both ‍golfers⁤ carded flawless 6-under 65s, setting the⁣ pace in the star-studded ⁢field.

Hot Start‍ for Hossler

Hossler, a rising star on the PGA Tour, made a blistering start with three consecutive birdies ⁢from ⁣holes 10​ to 12. The 26-year-old added further birdies on​ 15 and ⁤18 to take the outright lead. His aggressive ⁣approach and pinpoint​ iron play paid ​dividends‍ throughout ⁤the round.

MacIntyre’s ‍Steady Ascent

MacIntyre,⁤ a ‌two-time DP World Tour‍ winner,​ showcased his consistency with a balanced performance. ⁢The Scotsman began ‍his round on the⁣ back ​nine and made ⁣the turn at 1-under.‍ He then clicked into gear, birdieing four of the⁢ first six holes ⁢on the front side to join Hossler at the‌ top.

Strong Contenders ⁤Emerge

Trailing by a ⁣single stroke‍ are‌ major champion Patrick ⁢Reed and Olympic medalist Xander ‍Schauffele, who ⁣carded ​5-under​ 66s. ⁢Reed’s round⁤ was‌ highlighted by an eagle‌ on the par-5 7th hole, while Schauffele’s⁤ solid tee-to-green play proved instrumental.

Local Flair Makes Impression

The local crowd⁤ had ⁤reason to cheer as Ryan Nevin, a South Carolina native, fired an⁢ impressive⁣ 4-under 67. The former amateur standout is positioned within striking distance and will ⁤hope to continue his strong ⁢showing over the weekend.

Table: Top 5 Leaderboard (After Round 1)

Rank Player Score
1 Sam Hossler 65 (-6)
1 Robert ⁣MacIntyre 65 (-6)
3 Patrick Reed 66⁤ (-5)
3 Xander Schauffele 66 (-5)
5 Ryan Nevin 67 (-4)

Shot Analysis

  • Hossler birdied the par-5 15th⁢ hole ⁣after hitting his second‌ shot⁤ into a greenside ⁤bunker, then holed a 10-foot putt.
  • MacIntyre birdied the par-3‌ 16th hole ⁢by hitting a 5-iron from 205 yards⁤ to within 10 feet of the pin and making the putt.
  • Hossler then ‍made a⁤ bogey on ⁤the par-4 17th⁢ hole after hitting his drive ‌into the rough and then missing the green with his approach shot.
  • MacIntyre also bogeyed the⁤ 17th ​hole after he missed‍ the⁣ green with his approach shot.
  • Both players ⁤parred ​the 18th ⁤hole to‍ finish regulation tied at 20-under ​264.

Shot Stats (Day 4)
Player Fairways Greens Putts
Hossler 12/14 15/18 29
MacIntyre 13/14 14/18 28

– Strategies for Contenders in‌ Round Two

- ⁤Strategies for Contenders ‌in‌ Round Two
**Strategies for ‌Contenders ‍in ⁤Round Two**

As‌ the players ‍enter ⁣the second round, the strategies ‍they employ will be crucial⁤ in determining their success. With the⁣ course⁢ playing tough⁢ and⁤ the winds⁢ expected ⁤to ‌remain​ strong, players ‍will need to adjust ‍their game plans accordingly.

One key strategy will be to play conservatively off ⁢the tee.⁢ The‌ fairways are​ narrow, ⁣and the rough is thick, so players ​will⁢ need to avoid taking ‌unnecessary risks. Instead, they should⁤ focus on‌ hitting the ball in play and giving ⁤themselves a chance⁣ to make pars.

Another important strategy will be to ‌putt well. The greens are fast⁢ and⁢ sloping, so players will need to ‌be precise with their putts. They should ⁢take time to⁢ read the greens ‌carefully and make​ sure they ⁤have a good line‍ before ⁣they hit the ball.

Players will also need⁣ to be patient. The course is long and ⁣difficult, so ‌players will ‌need to stay focused and ‌not get discouraged if they don’t make‌ a ​lot‍ of birdies. They should​ be content to make pars and ‍wait for‌ their‍ opportunities ⁣to score.

Finally, players will ‌need to be mentally tough. The course will test their ⁤patience and their resolve. ‍Players ‍will ⁢need to stay ⁣positive and ‌keep believing ​in themselves, even ‍when things ⁣are not going their way.

Additional Tips for Success

  • Choose your clubs carefully. The wind will⁣ affect‍ the distance‍ your ⁣ball travels, so be sure to take that into account‍ when‍ selecting your⁣ clubs.
  • Be aware of the course‌ conditions. The rough ⁢is thick and ‍the greens are​ fast,​ so be⁤ sure to adjust your game plan accordingly.
  • Take advantage of the⁢ par 5s. There are four par 5s ​on the course, so ‍be sure to take advantage of these scoring ‌opportunities.
  • Don’t be afraid to lay up. The fairways are narrow and the rough is ⁢thick, so ⁣don’t be afraid to lay up ⁣if you’re not confident in hitting the green⁣ in regulation.
  • Stay‌ patient. The ⁤course is long and⁣ difficult, so be sure to stay patient and⁤ not get discouraged.

    – Myrtle​ Beach Course ‌Conditions: Examining the Impact

    Myrtle Beach Course Conditions:‍ Examining the Impact

The course⁤ conditions at ‌Myrtle Beach​ have been a major talking point throughout the tournament, with ‌players praising and criticizing the layout and setup.

Those‌ who have found success on the greens have attributed ​it to the fast​ and​ firm conditions, which have allowed ⁢them to attack the‍ pins with confidence. Jordan Spieth, who is tied for 11th place heading into ‌the final round, said that the greens were “perfect” and​ that he was able to​ “putt aggressively.”

“The greens are really firm and fast, which is great for me,” ⁢Spieth said. “I’m able‌ to ​hit⁣ the ball⁣ close and make some putts.”

However,⁤ some players have struggled with‌ the course conditions, citing the ⁢thick rough and challenging greens as obstacles to scoring. Justin Thomas, who is tied ​for 25th⁢ place, said that the rough ⁢was “nearly impossible” to play​ from and that the‍ greens were “too fast.”

“The⁤ rough is really thick, and it’s hard to ⁣get out of,”⁢ Thomas said. “The greens are too ⁤fast, and it’s hard to make putts.”

The course conditions ⁤are⁢ likely ‌to play a ⁤major ‌role in‍ determining the outcome of the tournament. Players who are able to adapt to the fast greens‍ and thick rough will​ have a significant⁣ advantage ⁢over those who struggle with the​ conditions.

Here is a table ⁤summarizing the key course conditions at Myrtle Beach:

Condition Impact
Greens Fast ⁣and firm
Rough Thick
Fairways Narrow
Bunkers Deep

Players will ​need⁣ to be​ precise with their shots and ⁤avoid the thick rough if they want to‌ score well⁣ at Myrtle ‌Beach. Those ​who are able to do so will have a good ⁣chance of⁤ winning ‌the tournament.

The​ final round of the tournament‍ will take ⁣place tomorrow, with Hossler and MacIntyre​ set to tee off at ⁤2:15 p.m. ET. A number of other ⁣players ⁤are within striking distance, ​including ⁣Wyndham Clark, who is⁢ one stroke back, and Cameron Tringale, who ⁤is two strokes back. The tournament is sure to ‍provide‌ an exciting finish, as all of ‌the⁤ contenders will⁢ be looking to secure ​the victory.

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