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'Unconscious on the greens': Smotherman on first round success at Cognizant

February 26, 2026 02:48 PM
Austin Smotherman entered the 2026 Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches fully rested after having the last two weeks off. He put it to good use during Thursday's opening round, making six straight birdies on his way to a 9-under 62.
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