Kitayama fires sizzling 63 at PGA as No.1 Scheffler starts
Kurt Kitayama delivered an impressive performance at the PGA Championship, shooting a bogey-free 63 to take the early clubhouse lead. Defending champion Scottie Scheffler started the final round five strokes behind the leader, Alex Smalley. The tournament remains highly competitive with many players within striking distance of the lead.
- ▪Kurt Kitayama shot a seven-under par 63, matching the lowest final round in major golf history.
- ▪Alex Smalley led the tournament at six-under par 204, seeking his first PGA Tour victory.
- ▪Scottie Scheffler, a four-time major winner, was in 23rd place at one-under after 54 holes.
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