As the 2025 PGA Championship unfolds, Friday's second round saw notable movement on the leaderboard, though Jhonattan Vegas maintained his lead. With a solid second-round score of 70, Vegas sits at -8, holding a two-stroke advantage over his competitors. However, the gap has narrowed as several big names began to rise in the rankings, making for an exciting weekend ahead.
Jhonattan Vegas entered the day with a strong position but faced a challenging finish. Despite his impressive performance, a late double bogey on the 18th hole, caused by a shaky swing and a poor bunker shot, left him with a two-shot lead instead of a more comfortable four. As he prepares for Moving Day, the pressure is on for Vegas to maintain his performance and composure on the greens.
Two standout performances of the day belonged to Si Woo Kim and Max Homa, both of whom shot astounding 7-under 64s. Kim achieved a historic moment by scoring a hole-in-one on the 252-yard 6th hole, marking the longest ace in major championship history. Meanwhile, Homa's near-ace on the 347-yard par-4 14th hole set him up for a tap-in eagle, contributing to his remarkable round that included a 6-under 30 on the back nine—his best nine-hole stretch in major play.
Scottie Scheffler, the world’s No. 1 golfer, made a significant move, finishing the day with a 3-under 68. He climbed from T20 to T5 on the leaderboard, positioned as the heavy favorite at 2-1 odds at DraftKings. Although Scheffler hasn't yet found his best form, he showed signs of improvement, particularly in his swing. If he can harness this momentum, he could very well take control of the tournament.
Another notable contender is Bryson DeChambeau, starting the round at even par and now sitting at -3. DeChambeau has struggled on the greens, missing crucial scoring opportunities, but if he can find his putting touch over the weekend, he could quickly ascend the leaderboard.
The cut line held steady at 1 over for much of the day, fluctuating briefly before settling. Stars like Rory McIlroy and Xander Schauffele made the cut, while notable players such as Jordan Spieth, Shane Lowry, and Sepp Straka fell short, missing the cut by just one shot. Justin Thomas, the 2017 PGA champion at Quail Hollow, also missed the cut, highlighting the unpredictable nature of this year's tournament.
As we look forward to Moving Day, all eyes will be on Vegas to see if he can maintain his lead or if one of the rising stars will take control. The stakes are high, and the excitement is palpable as the 2025 PGA Championship continues to unfold.
