Blades Brown, an 18-year-old prodigy, made history at the American Express tournament, setting a new course record with a stunning 60 score. But it wasn't without its dramatic twists and turns. With a missed putt on the ninth hole, Brown narrowly missed becoming the youngest player to ever shoot a 59, just one stroke away from perfection. Despite this setback, he remained composed, stating, 'The putt didn’t drop, but it’s still the lowest round on the PGA Tour for me, and I’m filled with positivity.'
The pressure of the final three holes didn't deter Brown, who admitted, 'Absolutely, I felt the pressure, but I'm thrilled to have shot 60 on the PGA Tour.' His performance has propelled him to the top of the leaderboard, tied with the world's top-ranked player, Scottie Scheffler, at 17-under after two rounds.
Brown's remarkable week began with a 5-under par finish at La Quinta Country Club the day before. However, his journey to this point started even earlier. He kicked off the week with a 68 at the Bahamas Great Abaco Classic on the Korn Ferry Tour, making the cut with a 74 on Monday, which allowed him to play an additional two days in the Caribbean. He finished 17th at The Abaco Club on Wednesday, using a private jet coupon won at Myrtle Beach two years ago to secure his timely tee time at La Quinta.
The real test of endurance came on Saturday, as Brown prepared to play his seventh round in seven days, with no cut until after the third round. If he makes it to Sunday, he'll become the first player in modern history to play eight competitive rounds between the PGA and Korn Ferry tours in as many days. This feat is all the more impressive considering that TJ Vogel, who made a similar trip in 2022, was cut after the third round. Brown's talent and determination have set him on a path to potentially rewrite the record books, leaving fans and critics alike in awe.
