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Bryson DeChambeau’s lead in the PGA Championship evaporated as he fell from first to eighth place after a challenging final round affected by strong winds. Despite a promising start at 8-under-par, two bogeys on the closing holes, including a double bogey after hitting the water, set him back. Scottie Scheffler, leveraging DeChambeau’s misfortunes, took the lead with an impressive performance. Other notable players, like Alex Noren and J.T. Poston, also made significant moves, showcasing the unpredictable nature of the tournament under challenging weather conditions.
Charlotte, North Carolina – Bryson DeChambeau experienced a dramatic fall from first place to eighth in the PGA Championship after struggling in challenging wind conditions on the final holes. Despite briefly holding the lead at 8-under-par with a birdie on the 15th hole, DeChambeau’s momentum was halted by two bogeys on the 16th hole followed by a double bogey on the 17th, totaling a score of 2-under 69 for the round. He finished six shots behind the leader, Scottie Scheffler, who recorded an impressive score of 11-under 202.
Scottie Scheffler, currently ranked world number one, showcased exceptional skill on the back nine, playing the last five holes in 5 under par. He capitalized on DeChambeau’s missteps and emerged as the frontrunner in the tournament. Meanwhile, DeChambeau’s performance was notably affected by the strong and gusty winds at Quail Hollow, which he attributed to his misjudged shots. DeChambeau specifically highlighted the wind’s impact on his score, stating it cost him crucial strokes.
The conditions at Quail Hollow proved to be a challenge not only for DeChambeau but for the majority of the players, which contributed to a fluctuating leaderboard throughout the day. After his strong start, DeChambeau’s difficulties culminated on the par-3 17th hole, where he found the water, incurring a penalty that directly resulted in his double bogey. His misfortune underscored the unpredictable weather, which altered at critical moments of the round. Despite the setbacks he faced, DeChambeau expressed optimism and intended to approach the final round with determination.
In other highlights of the tournament, Alex Noren claimed second place with an impressive total of 8-under following a strong finishing performance that included four birdies over the last five holes. Meanwhile, J.T. Poston and Davis Riley both finished tied for third, trailing Scheffler by four shots with scores of 68 and 67, respectively. The leaderboard saw significant shifts, particularly as overnight leader Jhonattan Vegas fell back after bogeying both the first two and last holes, finishing with a score of 73.
The third round was not without its interruptions; a lightning delay pushed back the start time to 11:43 a.m. ET, significantly later than the originally scheduled 8:15 a.m. tee time. This disruption added to the day’s challenges, affecting both players’ focus and performance. Rory McIlroy also faced difficulties during the round, recording a score of 72, placing him 13 shots behind the leader.
Overall, the combined effects of the harsh weather conditions and fluctuating performances contributed to a dynamic and unpredictable day at the PGA Championship. Players struggled to maintain their footing on the leaderboard, resulting in a dramatic reshaping of the rankings as the final round approaches.
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