Justin Thomas Sets Pace at RBC Heritage with Course-Equaling 61
In a stunning display of golf, Justin Thomas has taken the lead at the RBC Heritage, carding a 10-under-par 61 to equal the course record at Harbour Town Golf Links in South Carolina. The 31-year-old American, seeking his first victory since winning his second major at the 2022 US PGA Championship, leads compatriots Russell Henley and world number one Scottie Scheffler by three shots.
According to the BBC, Thomas’s impressive round included 11 birdies, with six coming on the front nine. He recovered from a bogey on the 10th hole to hit five birdies in six holes on the back nine, setting the pace for the rest of the field. "I feel like I didn’t do anything crazy," Thomas said in a post-round interview. "I just drove the ball well, which is very, very important out here, and I felt like it was just one of those days I put the ball in a spot that I had a lot of good numbers."
The BBC reports that Thomas’s scorecard was marked by consistency, with the American golfer demonstrating a high level of accuracy and control throughout his round. His performance has put him in a strong position to claim his first victory of the season, and he will look to build on this momentum over the coming days.
Former US Open champion Wyndham Clark is one shot further back, tied with a group of golfers on six under par. England’s Matt Fitzpatrick is among those on five under, after an opening 66. The BBC notes that Fitzpatrick will be looking to mount a challenge on the second day, as he seeks to make his mark on the tournament.
Justin Rose, who lost to Rory McIlroy in a play-off at the Masters, made a solid start with a 67, tying for 10th place. The BBC quotes Thomas as saying that he is focused on taking it one day at a time, aware that a strong field is still in contention. With a large contingent of top golfers still in the mix, Thomas will need to maintain his high level of performance to secure victory.
The RBC Heritage continues to unfold, with the BBC providing comprehensive coverage of all the action from Harbour Town Golf Links. As the tournament progresses, golf fans will be eagerly anticipating the outcome, with Justin Thomas currently setting the pace. The BBC will be providing updates and analysis throughout the tournament, so be sure to stay tuned for the latest news and developments.
