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Justin Thomas Leads RBC Heritage After Record-Tying Start and Strong Second Round

Thomas holds a two-shot lead at 12-under heading into the weekend, while defending champion Scottie Scheffler and other top players remain in contention.

Apr 17, 2025; Hilton Head, South Carolina, USA; Justin Thomas hits his approach shot to eight green during the first round of the RBC Heritage golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
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ORLANDO, FLORIDA - MARCH 10: Scottie Scheffler of the United States walks with his wife Meredith to the clubhouse after winning the Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard at Arnold Palmer Bay Hill Golf Course on March 10, 2024 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Apr 17, 2025; Hilton Head, South Carolina, USA; Justin Thomas hits his approach shot to eight green during the first round of the RBC Heritage golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Justin Thomas opened the RBC Heritage with a course record-tying 10-under 61, the lowest opening round in the tournament's history.
  • After a second-round 69, Thomas leads at 12-under par, marking his first 36-hole lead in over four years.
  • Defending champion Scottie Scheffler sits four shots back at 8-under after a mixed second round, which included moments of frustration but steady recovery.
  • Si Woo Kim and Russell Henley are tied for second at 10-under, with Kim carding a remarkable 64 on Friday, including an eagle on the par-5 fifth hole.
  • The tournament features a star-studded field at Harbour Town Golf Links, with players navigating increasingly firm and challenging course conditions.