Adam Hadwin Holds onto Bermuda Lead, Awaits Saturday Finish After Dramatic Late Turnaround
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Canadian golfer Adam Hadwin delivered a stunning late comeback to maintain his lead at the Butterfield Bermuda Championship. A double bogey earlier in the round seemed like a setback, but Hadwin countered with a birdie and an eagle on the final four holes to shoot a 5-under 66. This impressive performance has him at 11-under 131 for the event, a single shot ahead of Chandler Phillips and Braden Thornberry. The tournament was suspended due to darkness on Friday afternoon, with six players still to complete their second rounds. They will resume on Saturday morning before the third round gets underway at Port Royal Golf Course. Hadwin's dramatic turnaround was a welcome sight, as he seeks to salvage his least successful year on the PGA Tour. With a win, he would secure a two-year exemption and a spot as a fully exempt PGA Tour member for the 12th consecutive season. Hadwin's round was not without its challenges, as he incurred a lost-ball penalty at the par-3 13th hole, resulting in a double bogey. However, he bounced back with a series of impressive shots, including a birdie at the par-4 sixth hole. The 38-year-old attributed his success to making crucial putts and being more aggressive with his shots. Phillips, who is also vying for a spot in the top 100 of the FedEx Cup Fall standings, overcame an opening bogey with an eagle at the par-5 17th hole and six birdies. The Canadian golfer's strategy is to take what the course offers, rather than pressing for more. The leaderboard is shaping up to be an exciting one, with Noah Goodwin and Max McGreevy tied for fourth at 9 under par. Adam Schenk shot a 65 on Friday and is alone in sixth at 8 under. Meanwhile, several notable players, including defending champion Rafael Campos and Cameron Champ, missed the projected cut line of even par.
