The Cognizant Classic in the Palm Beaches has adjusted its schedule for Saturday’s third round at PGA National, moving up tee times due to impending thunderstorms forecasted for the afternoon. Players will now begin their rounds as early as 7:28 a.m., with the leaders set to tee off at 9:40 a.m. The decision aims to ensure that golfers can complete their rounds before the weather potentially disrupts play.
Austin Smotherman is currently leading the tournament at an impressive 11-under par after 36 holes, which includes a solid second-round performance where he shot a 69. Following Smotherman is Taylor Moore, who sits in second place at 8-under after matching his opening round score of 67. A.J. Ewart and Nico Echavarria are tied for third at 7-under par.
The tournament will proceed with players grouped in threesomes, starting from both the 1st and 10th tees. Forecasts indicate a 50 percent chance of showers around 1 p.m., increasing to over 60 percent for thunderstorms by 5 p.m.
In addition to the action on the course, there was a noteworthy incident involving Billy Horschel, who confronted a fan at PGA National. As the tournament progresses, spectators can look forward to more excitement on the greens.
Notable tee times for the day include Shane Lowry from Jupiter at 9:04 a.m. on the 1st tee, Daniel Berger at 8:52 a.m. on the same tee, Brooks Koepka at 7:52 a.m., and Horschel returning at 9:04 a.m. from the 10th tee.
With the early start and top players ready to compete, fans are sure to experience an electrifying day of golf, enhanced by favorable conditions before the storms arrive.