The Sentry Tournament of Champions kicked off this week with a bang, as Scottie Scheffler took the lead after the opening round of 64. The 22-year-old Texan shot an impressive 8-under par 64 to take the lead in the tournament, which is being held at the Plantation Course at Kapalua in Hawaii.
Scheffler was in top form throughout the round, making birdies on five of his first seven holes. He then went on to make four more birdies on the back nine, including a chip-in from just off the green on the par-3 16th hole. He finished his round with a birdie on the 18th hole to take the lead by one shot.
Scheffler’s impressive round was made even more impressive by the fact that he had to overcome some difficult conditions. Strong winds and rain made it difficult for players to keep their shots on target, but Scheffler managed to do just that. His ability to keep his composure and stay focused in tough conditions is a testament to his skill as a golfer.
Scheffler’s strong performance is no surprise, as he has been a consistent performer on the PGA Tour over the past few years. He has won two tournaments in 2020, including the Charles Schwab Challenge in June. He also finished in the top 10 in five other tournaments this year, including a runner-up finish at the RBC Heritage.
With his impressive opening round at the Sentry Tournament of Champions, Scheffler has put himself in a great position to win his third tournament of 2020. He will have to continue to play well over the next three rounds if he wants to take home the title, but if he can keep up his strong play, there is no doubt that he will be in contention come Sunday.
