Brooks Koepka’s Weekend Plans Halted at WM Phoenix Open
Despite switching putters earlier in the week, Brooks Koepka will not be playing the weekend at the WM Phoenix Open. This marks his second event back in PGA TOUR competition.
Putting Struggles Derail Koepka’s Tournament
Koepka lost approximately 2.4 strokes total to the field for the week, with 2.5 of those coming on the greens. The switch to a TaylorMade Spider model, similar to those used by Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy, wasn’t enough to improve his performance. He gained roughly a stroke putting on Friday, suggesting potential progress, but it wasn’t sufficient to overcome the 3.5 strokes lost on Thursday.
Looking Ahead to The Palm Beaches
Koepka is unlikely to dwell on the missed cut. His primary goal for the West Coast Swing was simply to reacclimate to TOUR competition. A made cut at the Farmers Insurance Open, a historically challenging venue for him, already made the trip a relative success. He will now focus on the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches, played near his home in Jupiter, Florida.
Schauffele and Morikawa on the Cutline
Xander Schauffele also faces uncertainty regarding the cut, finishing at 1-under par. As of 1 p.m. MT, the cutline was projected to be around that score. Collin Morikawa, also at 1-under, is in a similar position, hoping for favorable results from the afternoon wave of players.
Kim Leads the Charge
Si Woo Kim delivered the round of the tournament so far, carding a blistering 62 to move to 7-under par. This performance puts him in contention, surpassing the pace set by Hideki Matsuyama.
Other Notable Performances
Tom Kim (66, 3 under), Min Woo Lee (65, 6 under), and Rickie Fowler (68, 3 under) also secured their places for the weekend, taking advantage of calmer morning conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What putter did Brooks Koepka switch to? He switched to a TaylorMade Spider model.
- Where is the Cognizant Classic played? It is played in The Palm Beaches, Florida.
- What was Si Woo Kim’s score on Friday? He shot a 62.
Stay tuned for continued coverage of the WM Phoenix Open and the PGA TOUR season.
