The action continues at Vidanta Vallarta on Friday. Here’s when the top players will tee it off and how to watch the second round of the Mexico Open.
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Doug Ghim chipped in from the fringe for eagle on the 13th hole during the first round of the Mexico Open.
Despite not being one of the top three alternates, Nick Hardy made the bold decision to travel to Mexico this week in desperate need of a 15th start on the year. When Taylor Moore withdrew early Thursday morning, Hardy had his name called and talked about appreciative he was for the opportunity after his opening round.
Kensei Hirata entered the week No. 170 on the FedExCup fall standings. He didn’t play like someone under pressure on Thursday in Mexico, where he posted six birdies and an eagle at the par-5 third hole.
Golf Channel’s Damon Hack reported on Ben Griffin’s start at the Mexico Open and broke down how critical this time of year is for players looking to lock down job security for next year.
Golf Channel’s Tripp Isenhour discussed the importance of the FedExCup Fall series and what’s at stake for the players.
Players made the most of the par-5 third at the VidantaWorld Mexico Open, carding birdies and eagles during Thursday’s opening round.
Max Homa spoke to reporters after putting together a 4-under 67 at Vidanta Vallarta on Thursday. Homa, who played in a feature group with Corey Conners and Tony Finau, carded four birdies over his final nine holes.
Ben Griffin eagled the par-5 third hole and carded four consecutive birdies during his opening round at the Mexico Open. The three-time Tour winner spoke after the first round about adjustments he’s made to his putter and what it’s like playing with his new caddie, Jon Yarbrough.
The “wide-ranging deal” will see Visa become an official marketing partner of the Tour, gain sponsorship rights to three Challenger Series events and serve as one of multiple sponsors of the Tour’s revamped Tour Championship.
The PGA Tour action returns to Vidanta Vallarta this week. Here’s how to watch the action Thursday and when some of the field’s marquee names will be going out.