World No. 1 Survives to Weekend Play

LOS ANGELES — Scottie Scheffler successfully navigated a challenging start to remain in contention at the Genesis Invitational. After finishing at par, Scheffler will compete in the rounds this weekend.

Scheffler, who resumed play on Friday morning after being stopped at +5 through ten holes on Thursday due to darkness, currently sits in 42nd place. He completed his initial round with a 74 and followed it up with a 68 in the second round.

Second Round Rollercoaster

The world number one’s second round wasn’t without its challenges. He began with two bogeys against a single birdie during the first eight holes. However, Scheffler rallied with four birdies in the subsequent ten holes to secure his place for the weekend.

He is currently 12 shots behind the leaders and seven shots from the top-10, as he attempts to extend his impressive streak of 19 consecutive tournaments finishing in the top-10.

Penge and Bridgeman Lead the Pack

Marco Penge and Jacob Bridgeman are currently tied for the lead at 12-under (130) after both carding impressive rounds of 64 on Friday.

• Penge accumulated seven birdies, avoiding any bogeys, with five of those birdies coming on his last seven holes.
• Bridgeman opened with an eagle and finished the day with seven birdies and two bogeys, including birdies on his last three holes.

McIlroy, Scott, and Aberg Also Contend

Rory McIlroy is one shot behind the leaders, following a 65 that included an eagle. Adam Scott delivered a best-of-the-day 63, placing him in fourth alongside Xander Schauffele (65), who also recorded an eagle on the first hole.

“This place and I have like a weird relationship,” said Scheffler, who played those last 10 holes in 4 under to make the cut on number at even-par.

Scottie Scheffler

Scott’s round featured two eagles and five birdies, with his only bogey coming on the final hole. He previously won the tournament in 2005 and 2020. Defending champion Ludvig Aberg is in 25th place after a 68, for 140.

Canadian Contingent

Taylor Pendrith is the leading Canadian golfer, currently 21st at three under after a 70. He holds a one-shot lead over fellow Canadians Nick Taylor (68) and Corey Conners (69).

FAQ

What was Scottie Scheffler’s score for the second round?

Scottie Scheffler shot a 68 in the second round.

Who is leading the Genesis Invitational?

Marco Penge and Jacob Bridgeman are tied for the lead at 12-under (130).

How many consecutive top-10 finishes does Scheffler have?

Scheffler is attempting to extend his streak of 19 consecutive tournaments finishing in the top-10.