In the serene surroundings of the Northern Bear Golf Club, Sandy Scott from Scotland has emerged as the solo leader after a solid 4-under second round at the ATB Classic. He currently stands at 10-under par, just ahead of a three-way tie for second place.
Argentinian Tommy Cocha and Americans David Perkins and George Markham are all tied at 9-under as they head into the weekend. Scott’s impressive performance included a critical birdie putt on the final hole of his second round.
Reflecting on his decisive putt, Scott shared, “I probably had just over 30 feet. It was a double-breaker, but the breaks were balanced, making it almost a straight putt. I focused on the pace, and it was a bonus that it went in.”
About Sandy Scott (1st/-10)
Scott, a former standout at Texas Tech, began his professional career in 2022. His journey includes a successful stint on the PGA TOUR Latinoamérica and notable wins during his collegiate career. Scott has maintained a bogey-free scorecard since his first-round and leads the tournament with his precise play.
Course and Weather Conditions
The Northern Bear Golf Club, set up at Par 72 and 7,352 yards, presented a mostly sunny day with temperatures reaching 67°F. Winds from the southeast added a challenging element, gusting up to 22 mph.
Noteworthy Performances
- Sandy Scott leads at 10-under.
- George Markham’s impressive front-nine score of 7-under 29.
- A diverse representation in the top five includes players from the USA, Argentina, Scotland, Denmark, and the Dominican Republic.
- Brendan MacDougall is the top Canadian, currently tied at 13th with a score of 6-under.
- The most challenging holes were No. 1 and No. 13, both demanding precision and skill.
Looking Ahead
All groups completed play on Friday. The third round will see tee-offs starting at 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, with the final group beginning at 1:00 p.m.
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