Rory McIlroy Trails Penge, Bridgeman at Genesis; Scheffler Extends Cut Streak
Rory McIlroy is currently chasing his first title of the season at The Genesis Invitational, just one stroke behind co-leaders Marco Penge and Jacob Bridgeman. McIlroy, ranked as the world No. 2, is on an upward trajectory after a tied 14th finish at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and a tied third at the Dubai Invitational across his initial events on the DP World Tour.
Current Standings at The Genesis Invitational
As the tournament reaches its halfway mark, McIlroy’s impressive performance includes a flawless second round. He shot a six-under 65 at The Riviera Country Club, registering four birdies and an eagle on the 11th hole. This places McIlroy at 11 under overall for the event.
Leaders and Competitors
England’s Marco Penge and Jacob Bridgeman lead with a score of 12 under, both having achieved a remarkable seven-under in their second rounds. Notably, Penge registered five birdies over his last seven holes.
- Marco Penge – 12 under
- Jacob Bridgeman – 12 under
- Rory McIlroy – 11 under
Penge’s wife is expecting their second child within the week. Bridgeman showcased a mix of seven birdies and an eagle, along with two bogeys during his round.
Other Contenders
Additional notable players include:
- Matt Fitzpatrick – 7 under (Tied 8th)
- Tommy Fleetwood – 7 under (Tied 8th)
- Aaron Rai – 6 under (Tied 12th)
- Xander Schauffele – 9 under (Tied 4th)
- Adam Scott – 9 under (Tied 4th)
In a noteworthy round, Adam Scott recorded an impressive eight-under 63, nearly flawless besides a late bogey. Meanwhile, world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler successfully made the cut despite early struggles, finishing his round at three under and maintaining his longest active cut streak of 68 tournaments on the PGA Tour.
Looking Ahead
The competition continues this weekend with McIlroy, Penge, Bridgeman, and other competitors aiming for the top at The Genesis Invitational. Viewers can catch the action live on Sky Sports Golf at 3:15 PM on Saturday, with additional coverage on Sky Sports Main Event starting at 8:30 PM.
As McIlroy seeks to capitalize on his strong play, the upcoming rounds will be crucial for determining who claims victory in California.
