Tommy Fleetwood from England delivered a stellar performance in the second round of the Travelers Championship in Connecticut, shooting a 65 that included two eagles. This strong showing places him in a tie for the lead at nine under par alongside world number one Scottie Scheffler and fellow American Justin Thomas.
The 34-year-old golfer began the tournament with a solid first round of 66. Although he started slowly with a level-par front nine, Fleetwood dramatically boosted his position on the leaderboard during the final stretch at TPC River Highlands. He made a remarkable eagle on the par-five 13th, finding the green in two shots and sinking a 10-foot putt, followed by an impressive hole-out from 30 yards on the par-four 14th. A birdie on the par-three 16th, made from 12 feet, helped him secure his position at the top.
Reflecting on his season, Fleetwood expressed optimism, stating, “I came out motivated to take whatever there is to learn to make you better for the coming weeks.” His determination to bounce back after a disappointing performance at the US Open last week has clearly paid off.
In a strong showing from the competitors, Justin Thomas enjoyed a remarkable run of five birdies in a row to finish with a six-under 64, while Scheffler, with a score of 69, joined the ranks at the lead. Meanwhile, world number two Rory McIlroy faced a challenging day with a one-over 71, leaving him four strokes off the pace as he struggled early with three bogeys in his first four holes.
This tournament is shaping up to be competitive, with a promising outlook for Fleetwood as he seeks his first PGA Tour victory. The relentless nature of golf means there’s always an opportunity for redemption, and Fleetwood’s resolve to improve could pave the way for an exciting finish.