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Tiger Alum Makes Masters Cut in Debut
11 Apr
Summary
- Jacob Bridgeman made the cut at the Masters golf tournament.
- He finished his first 36 holes at 1-over, tied for 32nd.
- Bridgeman's professional debut was in 2022, winning The Genesis Invitational.
Jacob Bridgeman, a former Clemson Tiger, is competing in the Masters golf tournament this weekend. He successfully made the cut after his first 36 holes, currently holding a score of 1-over par and tied for 32nd place. Bridgeman, a native of Inman, South Carolina, displayed impressive skill in his initial rounds at Augusta National Golf Club.
He birdied three of his final six holes in the first round to finish 1-under, including a remarkable 57-foot chip on the 18th. On Friday, he carded a 2-over round, ensuring his spot in the weekend's play. Bridgeman is the 14th golfer in Clemson program history to play in the Masters.
Since turning professional in 2022, the 26-year-old has garnered significant attention, currently ranking second in the FedEx Cup standings after winning The Genesis Invitational in February. His success traces back to his collegiate career, where he won the ACC Championship and was named ACC Golfer of the Year in 2021-22.
