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Teen Golfer Blades Brown Sets PGA Tour Record in Professional Debut

The 17-year-old broke a 40-year record with an 8-under 64 but missed the cut after a challenging third round.

  • Blades Brown, 17, recorded an 8-under 64 during the second round of The American Express, the lowest PGA Tour round by a player under 18 in four decades.
  • Brown's performance included six consecutive birdies and ten birdies overall in his second round on the Nicklaus Tournament Course.
  • Despite his historic showing, Brown missed the 54-hole cut after struggling in the third round, finishing at 6-under, two shots below the cut line.
  • Brown demonstrated maturity and optimism, emphasizing the importance of learning from the experience and expressing gratitude for the opportunity to compete.
  • The young golfer is set to compete in the Monday qualifier for the Farmers Insurance Open, aiming for another chance to showcase his talent.
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