Scottie Scheffler Closes Gap at American Express in La Quinta Return
In an impressive return to the PGA Tour, world number one Scottie Scheffler made headlines at the American Express in California. He recorded an outstanding nine-under 63 in the opening round of the tournament, marking his first competitive appearance of the season.
American Express Overview
The American Express tournament features a substantial prize pool, with the winner set to receive £1,236,000 (approximately $1.656 million). Despite his stellar performance, Scheffler is still searching for his first title at this event.
Current Standings
At La Quinta, Scheffler sits just one stroke behind the leaders. The joint leaders, Min Woo Lee from Australia and Pierceson Coody from the United States, have both shown strong form. Scheffler shares the nine-under position with several notable players, including:
- Robert MacIntyre (Scotland)
- Jason Day (former US PGA champion)
Tournament Format
This year’s tournament features a unique format, with competitors playing across three different courses before the cut on Saturday. This setup adds an interesting dynamic to the competition.
Round Highlights
Scheffler started strong, birdieing five of his first six holes. Meanwhile, Coody put together an impressive performance, achieving five consecutive birdies and finishing with a back nine score of 29.
As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on Scheffler as he aims to close the gap and secure his place as a champion at the American Express.
