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John Pak Leads Charles Schwab Challenge After Career-Best First Round

The PGA Tour rookie posted a bogey-free 7-under 63 to take a three-shot lead, while Scottie Scheffler trails by five after a challenging start.

John Pak plays his shot from the 12th tee during the first round of the Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth, Texas.
Scottie Scheffler of the United States plays his shot from the third tee during the first round of the Charles Schwab Challenge 2025 at Colonial Country Club on May 22, 2025 in Fort Worth, Texas.
May 22, 2025; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; John Pak plays his shot from the sixth tee during the first round of the Charles Schwab Challenge golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images
Rickie Fowler on the 12th green during the second round of the Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial Country Club.

Overview

  • John Pak’s opening round at Colonial included an eagle on his first hole and five birdies, marking his lowest PGA Tour round to date.
  • Nine players, including J.J. Spaun and Matt Wallace, are tied for second at 4-under par, three strokes behind Pak.
  • Scottie Scheffler, seeking a historic third consecutive PGA Tour win, shot a 2-under 68 and is five shots off the lead.
  • Pak credited his strong performance to channeling frustration from a New York Knicks playoff loss the previous night.
  • Colonial’s firm conditions and narrow fairways have tested players’ precision, with Scheffler noting struggles off the tee during his round.