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Mitchell & Bridgeman Tied at Top of Baycurrent Classic
9 Oct
Summary
- Keith Mitchell and Jacob Bridgeman share the lead.
- Ben Kohles recorded the day's lowest round with a 9-under 62.
- The tournament features a strong field, including Presidents Cup participants.
Keith Mitchell and Jacob Bridgeman are currently sharing the top position at the PGA's Baycurrent Classic, held at the Yokohama Country Club. Mitchell posted a 6-under 65 on Friday, placing him in a tie with Bridgeman, who followed his initial strong performance with a 68 on a sunny day. They established a two-stroke lead over a group of four players.
Among those pursuing the leaders is Ben Kohles, who carded the day's best score, a remarkable 9-under 62. Also within striking distance are Mac Meissner, Max Homa, and Zack Bouchou, all sitting two shots behind the co-leaders. This PGA Tour event in Asia boasts its most competitive field of the FedEx Cup Fall series, attracting 13 players who recently competed in the Presidents Cup.
Japanese star Hideki Matsuyama finished eight shots off the lead after a round of 72, while Xander Schauffele was also eight shots back with a 69. Mitchell expressed his enjoyment of playing in Japan, crediting the energetic crowds for positively impacting his performance. Bridgeman described his round as a "grinding" effort, adapting his conservative strategy to navigate the course effectively.
