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Smotherman carries 36-hole lead for first time on PGA Tour

February 27, 2026 07:20 PM
Austin Smotherman is leading by three strokes at the 2026 Cognizant Classic entering the weekend. Smotherman shot a 2-under 69 on Friday, a day after recording six straight birdies on his way to a tournament-best 62 in Round 1.
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