GRIFFIN & SCHMID SURGE AT COLONIAL - MAY 25, 2025

On May 25th, 2025, Round Three of the Charles Schwab Challenge saw Ben Griffin and Matti Schmid shoot 68s to reach thirteen-under, establishing a commanding four-shot lead heading into Sunday.CHARLES SCHWAB CHALLENGE - ROUND 3 LEADERSBen Griffin and Matti Schmid both carded 68s to reach -13, creating a significant four-shot buffer over the field. Their steady play contrasted with the challenging conditions at Colonial Country Club.Griffin, buoyed by his recent Zurich win, stated, "I'm a PGA Tour winner now, so that helps," reflecting his aggressive "pedal is down" mindset.Schmid's highlight included a dramatic 40-foot putt on the third, prompting a commentator to exclaim, "Are you kidding me Billy Ray?!"THE CHASING PACKRickie Fowler (67, -9) leads the pursuit, while World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler fired a 64 to get to -7, and Akshay Bhatia (-8) plays with emotional inspiration for the late Grayson Murray.Scheffler, despite "some sloppy bogeys," feels he has an "outside chance" after a round featuring a "miraculous par save" on seven and an eagle on eleven.Bhatia, remembering Murray, shared, "Hopefully, he's watching over me tomorrow... send me some inspiration," believing Colonial's "firm, fast, and windy conditions" suit his game.HOGAN'S ALLEY & NOTABLE MOVESColonial Country Club lived up to its "Hogan's Alley" reputation with gusty winds and firming greens, making fairway accuracy paramount for all contenders.Bhatia described the wind as "significantly more extreme," while Scheffler noted holes 12-14 were "really challenging," with all agreeing hitting fairways is key.Lucas Glover provided a highlight with a holed-out eagle on the sixth during his 64 (to -6), prompting a commentator to declare, "And it did go in. Sixty four for Lucas!" Robert MacIntyre also impressed with a 64 (to -8).Quick HitsEven par cut line • Davis Riley misses cut • Sunday: Leaders' duel, star chases, Bhatia's emotional quest Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.