American Wyndham Clark (-7) maintained his hold at the top of the standings on Friday after the second round of the Canadian Open. Headed the previous day, he played consistent to narrowly overtake a contingent of five golfers that included Northern Irishman Rory McIlroy (-6)
In pursuit of his first PGA title at the age of 28, Clark is also followed by his compatriots Keith Mitchell (-6), Jim Knous (-6) and Alex Smalley (-6) as well as Englishman Matt Fitzpatrick (- 6).
The 293rd player in the world maintained his score following three birdies and three bogeys at St. Louis. Georges club in Etobicoke, near Toronto.
Overall, I played well. I felt confident in my game. I had a few small mishaps in the end, but other than that I played great golf for 36 holes. If I do it again, I will have a great opportunity on Sundaysaid Clark.
The title holder since 2019, having canceled the tournament for the next two years due to COVID-19, McIlroy came close to taking the lead after taking two shots from his scorecard.
Everyone wants to be loved, and it’s nice to feel that love here, McIlroy admitted. I think people are just happy to bring back the Canadian Open. It’s been three very long years.
” The long grass punishes you severely and the vegetables are deceptive. The wind is getting stronger and a bit dry due to the wind. You suddenly face a course that challenges you. “
Overall, my score of 68 reflects how my day went.McIlroy added.
Installed at 21st level, Aaron Cockerill (-2) and Nick Taylor (-2) are the best Canadians in the middle of Ontario’s competition. Their compatriots Adam Hadwin (-1), Adam Svensson (N), Corey Conners (N) and Mackenzie Hughes (+1) also avoided the ax set to +1.
This is my first event on the PGA Tour and I am in a good position towards the weekend, ”Cockerill said. It’s kind of where I want to be and I’ll see if I can have a better round tomorrow.
As Hadwin, Hughes and Mike Weir (+2), who were eliminated before the weekend rounds, approached the 18th green, their fans began to sing the Canadian national anthem.
This is incredible! Many years have passed and fans are excited and ready to have fun, Hadwin said. It was unusual to play in front of them, and it was so nice that they came to encourage us. I think it will be the same over the weekend.
(With Agence France-Presse)
The Canadian Press
Source: Radio-Canada
