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Justin Thomas Ties Course Record to RBC Heritage After Round 1

Thomas posted a 10-under-par 61, securing a three-shot lead over Scottie Scheffler and Russell Henley at Harbour Town Golf Links.

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 shot an impressive 10-under-par 61 in the opening round, tying the Harbour Town course record and setting the lowest opening-round score in RBC Heritage history.
  • Thomas made 11 birdies during his round, narrowly missing a birdie putt on the 18th hole that would have set a new course record.
  • Defending champion Scottie Scheffler, who carded a bogey-free 64, and Russell Henley are tied for second place at 7-under-par, three strokes behind Thomas.
  • The RBC Heritage, a PGA Tour Signature Event with a $20 million purse, features a strong field including major champions Collin Morikawa, Xander Schauffele, and Jordan Spieth.
  • The tournament is being held at Harbour Town Golf Links, which will undergo a major restoration starting May 5, 2025, to preserve its historic design.