Putter powers sizzling Kitayama to record 63 at PGA
Kurt Kitayama achieved a historic feat at the PGA Championship by shooting a bogey-free seven-under par 63, matching the lowest final round in major golf history. His performance included five birdies on the front nine and a closing birdie putt from 12 feet. Kitayama expressed satisfaction with his putting, stating that it was a key factor in his success on the challenging greens.
- ▪Kurt Kitayama shot a bogey-free seven-under par 63 at the PGA Championship.
- ▪He matched the lowest final round in major golf history with this score.
- ▪Kitayama made five birdies on the front nine and finished with a 12-foot birdie putt.
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