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Matsuyama, McCarthy share lead at St. Jude

Matsuyama, McCarthy share lead at St. Jude

Hideki Matsuyama and Michael McCarthy made a strong start at the FedEx St. Jude Championship after tying for an 18-hole lead after round one. Both players shot a 6-under-par round of 64 to finish the day at the top of the leaderboard. Matsuyama had a consistent performance, making six birdies and no bogeys, while McCarthy made five birdies and an eagle on the 16th hole to secure his place atop the standings. The tournament is set to continue over the next three days, with the final round scheduled for Sunday.

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Kirk leads at St. Jude after ace, Matsuyama second

Kirk leads at St. Jude after ace, Matsuyama second

Chris Kirk aced the par-3 16th hole during the second round of the FedEx St. Jude Championship, propelling him into the lead at TPC Southwind. Kirk’s tee shot landed on the green and rolled into the hole, sparking a roar from the crowd. He turned in a 6-under 64 to sit at 11-under 129, one stroke ahead of Hideki Matsuyama. Matsuyama carded a 6-under 64 to move into second place, while Adam Scott is a shot further back in third. Kirk’s ace was the highlight of a solid day on the course, as he made birdies on the 2nd, 4th, 6th, 13th, and 15th holes. He dropped a shot on the 11th hole, but his eagle on the 16th more than made up for it.

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