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Scottie Scheffler Sets Record 36-Hole Lead at Byron Nelson

The world No. 1 shot a 63 in the weather-delayed second round, reaching 18-under to take a commanding six-stroke lead into the weekend.

May 2, 2025; McKinney, Texas, USA; Spectators make their way up the 18th green as the course is being evacuated because of impending weather during the second round of the THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images
May 2, 2025; McKinney, Texas, USA; Spectators make their way up the 18th green as the course is being evacuated because of impending weather during the second round of the THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images
Scottie Scheffler of the United States looks on from the 11th green during the second round of THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson 2025 at TPC Craig Ranch on May 02, 2025 in McKinney, Texas.
MCKINNEY, TEXAS - MAY 01: Scottie Scheffler of the United States reacts after making eagle on the ninth green during the first round of THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson 2025 at TPC Craig Ranch on May 01, 2025 in McKinney, Texas.

Overview

  • Scottie Scheffler followed his opening-round 61 with a bogey-free 63, achieving a personal best 36-hole score of 18-under 124 at TPC Craig Ranch.
  • His six-stroke lead marks the largest 36-hole advantage in the tournament's history, positioning him as the overwhelming favorite for the weekend.
  • A six-hour weather delay on Friday caused challenging conditions, but Scheffler maintained sharp ball striking and capitalized on softened greens.
  • Sam Stevens, at 12-under, is Scheffler's closest competitor after two bogey-free rounds of 65, while Jordan Spieth sits at 6-under and likely out of contention.
  • Scheffler is seeking his first PGA Tour win of 2025 after a dominant 2024 season and is playing in his hometown event, which holds personal significance.