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Justin Thomas Matches RBC Heritage 18-Hole Record with Opening Round 61

The 2025 RBC Heritage begins with Thomas tying the course record, while Scottie Scheffler leads a star-studded field under new rule trials.

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
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)
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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 carded a 10-under 61 in the opening round, tying the RBC Heritage 18-hole scoring record previously set in 1994 and 2015.
  • The tournament, held at Golf Links, features a $20 million purse and serves as the PGA Tour's fifth Signature Event of the season.
  • World No. 1 and defending champion Scottie Scheffler enters as the favorite, aiming for his first PGA Tour win of 2025.
  • The PGA Tour is testing the use of rangefinders during the event to evaluate their potential impact on pace of play.
  • Live coverage of the tournament is available across multiple platforms, including ESPN+, Golf Channel, CBS, and various streaming services.