Defending champion Aaron Rai was in contention at the Wyndham Championship before bad weather interrupted play during the second round at Sedgefield Country Club in North Carolina. Rai, who began the tournament with an impressive seven-under 63, had moved to within a shot of the lead when lightning forced all players off the course. He trails American golfer Cameron Young, who had reached 14 under par when play was suspended.
Young’s strong performance included five birdies on the front nine, allowing him to maintain his position at the top of the leaderboard. His fellow American, Mac Meissner, also enjoyed a solid day, carding a seven-under 63, while South Korea’s Sungjae Im finished with a six-under 64, placing them both in the clubhouse with scores of 12 under par.
The weather disruption came at a critical moment as players were nearing the conclusion of their rounds. Young will resume his play on Saturday morning from the edge of the 16th green, where he hopes to continue his momentum with a potential third consecutive birdie.
Joel Dahmen, the overnight leader, faced challenges during his round, mixing two birdies with two bogeys to remain at nine under par. Dahmen is currently focused on securing a position in the top 70 of the FedEx Cup rankings, particularly as the playoffs approach.
Among those vying for a strong finish, Gary Woodland made headlines with an albatross on the par-five fifth hole. His round of 64 places him in a competitive position alongside Dahmen as they both aim to improve their standings.
Despite the adverse weather conditions, the excitement around the Wyndham Championship continues to build. Players are eager to make their mark before the tournament concludes, and with only a few rounds remaining, the stakes are high.
Expect live coverage of the rescheduled second round to begin on Saturday at 19:00 GMT. Fans can follow the action on Sky Sports Golf, available on channel 406 for subscribers. Viewers without a Sky subscription can still catch the PGA Tour and major events through streaming options.
For players like Young, the tournament serves as a stepping stone towards larger ambitions. He expressed his focus on the long-term goal of securing a spot on the Ryder Cup team by mid-September. “If I can achieve that, I can achieve a lot of things over these next four weeks,” Young stated, emphasizing his commitment to maintaining perspective throughout the tournament.
As the Wyndham Championship progresses, players will look to capitalize on their opportunities, navigating both the course and the unpredictable weather conditions.
