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PGA Championship Round 2 Recap

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19 years ago

Aug 11, 2007

Tiger Woods has rewritten the record books many times over and in the second round of the PGA Championship, he added another chapter to his fantastic legacy by tying the lowest single round score in a major with a masterful 63, that could have been even lower.

Early in the day, much of the talk was about Scott Verplank and Stephen Ames who finished their rounds at -4 and -3 respectively. However, once Tiger Woods teed off, it was clear that something special was coming. After hitting the middle of the fairway on the first, Tiger began a methodical round that featured incredible ball striking and phenomenal putting which lead to a two shot lead over the rest of the field.

It was a very measured round for Woods today, who hit many irons off the tee to find fairways and some very precise short iron shots that left him with plenty of scoring opportunities. However, it was not just phenomenal ball striking which contributed to his great score, his impressive short game was in full force as well. After finding a plugged lie in the green side bunker at 12, Woods managed to get the shot on the green about thirty feet away. His ensuing putt found the bottom of the cup with perfect speed and line. "That was a big putt after hitting two shots stiff up to 9 and 10 and hit a good one at 11 and then put one in the bunker there and made about a 35-footer there for par. “Just kept the momentum of the round going. And then from there I made a couple more birdies, which was nice," said Woods. Going into the 18th, Woods found himself with a 12 foot putt for birdie. The putt tracked right at the hole, but at the last moment veered to the left and lipped out, just a fraction of an inch from going in and setting a new single round scoring record for a major championship.

Although he doesn’t have the record, Woods takes the 36 hole lead into the weekend’s action which is a very good sign for him since his record is 7-0 in majors when he has the 36 hole lead. Wood said, "Certainly does give you confidence, there’s no doubt. I know what to do. It’s just a matter of going out there and doing it. We’ve got a long way to go. We’re only at the halfway point. A lot of holes to play and I need to continue to do what I’m doing. I know there’s a lot of guys playing well, and hopefully I can play a little bit better." Add onto the fact that all six premious major winners at Southern Hills have also held the 36 hole lead, the odds appear to be stacking in Tiger’s favor.

Playing in the last group on Saturday with Tiger will be Scott Verplank. Verplank held the lead early in the day before Tiger’s run. Verplank is in every way the antithesis of Tiger Woods, not a "power hitter" compared to the other stars on Tour, Verplank relies on his accuracy and shot-making ability to post red numbers. However, one vital trait the two have in common is their competitiveness. Despite struggles with elbow injuries, and diabetes, Verplank refuses to quit. When asked about his round today, Verplank said, "What happened was I got in position where I could actually make a couple of putts. I birdied 9 and hit it close another couple of times."

Without a doubt, the biggest surprise from the first round was John Daly’s resurgence at the top of the leaderboard. Although Daly didn’t experience the traumatic fall many expected, he continued his go-for-broke style of play hitting driver whenever possible and is currently tied for 9th after a round of +3. Although Daly’s round wasn’t as perfect as his the first, he did play very well hitting some very solid iron shots and controlling his distances very well. "The fairways are just so hard to hit," Daly said. "I just kept grinding, grinding, grinding." Without a doubt the highlight of today’s round was Daly’s shot on the 13th hole which found the left trees. Rather than chipping back into the 13th fairway, Daly went to the 17th, leaving himself a shorter iron into the green. His approach shot ended up eight feet away, and although he didn’t make the putt, it was a novel approach for sure which typifies Daly and the way he’s been playing this week.

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Most birdies without breaking par – GolfWRXers discuss

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6 hours ago

Jun 11, 2026

Will Schube

In our forums, one user is wondering how many birdies other players have had in a round while still failing to break par. @Lalan45, unfortunately, asked the question after a unique experience of their own.

They wrote:

“Today I managed 8 birdies but still shot even par, could have been a round to remember! What’s the most birdies you’ve made in a round and still didn’t break par?”

Our members in the forum shared their own experiences with successful rounds that still resulted in a score over par. Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.

kwcsports: “I’ve had 5 a few times, still shot 80+ haha.”
jda: “I played a course for the first time, had 8 birdies, 9 doubles and an eagle. The infamous no-par round. I kept the scorecard. Every shot had a creek that I did not know about, or I was within 8-10 feet for a birdie look. To this day, I have no idea if I should be really jacked up or mad about that performance.”
jvincent: “I think my record is either 5 or 6. Probably shot 75.”
Instron4204: “3 birdies and shot a 92…man I suck!”

Entire Thread: “Most Birdies Without Breaking Par.”

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Best current stock shaft 2026 – GolfWRXers discuss

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7 hours ago

Jun 11, 2026

Will Schube

In our forums, one user is asking for thoughts on the best stock shafts offered in 2026. Stock shafts are the shafts included with a club when it’s purchased from retailers or OEMs.

@DTorres asked:

The last couple years has seen a lot of updates and additions to no upcharge stock shafts, which do you think is the best offering in 2026?

Im a bit of a shaft nerd and recently during my Members Testing with the Callaway Quantum Triple Diamond I found the updated Project X Denali Frost Black to be a fantastic stock shaft. I absolutely did not mesh well with the original Denali. Just curious what other people think are the current best Stock shaft offerings out with new models and stock Ventus options and LinQ options popping up here and there.

We were given the option for any stock shafts for our members review. I went with the 70g Black Frost 6.5 because it’s a shaft I don’t have, it’s an updated version of the original Denali and hear little about. I typically use a Diamana WB, GD VF or a HOF Raptor. I’m not saying it was neck and neck with any of those but it was a pleasant surprise I’m not accustomed to in stock shaft offerings.

Our members in the forum have been offering up their own thoughts on the best stock shafts available in 2026. Here are a few posts from the thread, but make sure to check out the entire discussion and have your say at the link below.

rsballer10: “IMO – MCA Ka’ili White Darkwave, Tensei 1k Black/white, UST Lin-Q White. People are free to spend their money however they see fit, but for me personally the shaft catalogs these days have enough options that I don’t see the value of a $400 upcharge. I have never had a problem finding a no upcharge shaft that fits the bend profile and weight that I need. Whether the paint job is good enough or not is above my pay scale.”
bcflyguy1: “Project X Titan Black. I’ve had one in 60TX in my Quantum TD Max for several weeks now. Have to give Titlieist their flowers for finding a way to make it available as a featured option; very shrewd bit of business and one that I suspect will be duplicated by the other companies. TT/PX have a certified banger on their hands with Titan.”
CTG77: “Undoubtedly, it’s the Tensei 1K RIP shafts from Titleist. The Tensei line gives about 98% of the performance of a Ventus VeloCore+ shaft at a tiny fraction of the cost if you’re looking for a blue or red profile. The white is not an exact match for Ventus Black, but it’s closer to it than the non-VeloCore+ Ventus shafts that come from Callaway or formerly came from TaylorMade.”

Entire Thread: “Best current stock shaft 2026.”

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GolfWRX’s Father’s Day Gift Guide (2026)

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2 days ago

Jun 9, 2026

GolfWRX Staff

A reminder from your friends at GolfWRX: Father’s Day is June 21. And as we do every year, we’re rounding up the best gifts for dad.

As we say every year, there’s no better golf-related Father’s Day gift than a round of golf with pops. Be it a country club or your favorite muni, take the time to get together to play 18 if you can.

Let’s get to the gifts.

Ghost Golf Qualifier Diamond Polo

We like the new polos that Ghost is offering, as the fabric and fit are so good. These new Qualifier Collection polos breathe well, are lightweight, stretch with your swing, and of course look great. You can wear them on the course, in the office, or just out at a casual event and they will fit right in.

Buy here.

STR8-Strip Grip Tape Remover

If your dad is an equipment aficionado and tinkers with his clubs, this tool works wonders. Removing grip tape has never been easier, just put a little head on the tape and the STR8-Strip peals it right off the shaft without any damage.

Buy here.

Why Golf: Putting Thing

When it comes to practice, it is good to have a purpose. This “Putting Thing” sure does it. We know from personal experience how challenging it can be and how rewarding it is on the practice green. This also provides some competition for your kiddo to see who will unload the dishwasher or do the next chore around the house.

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OluKai Lae‘ahi Men’s Breathable Slip-On Shoes

Riding to and from the course in style and comfort is always a good thing. If you’re in a hurry, it’s a nice feature to slide into your shoes and get to the tee time. For the post-game shoe, at your locker or while putting your clubs away in the car. Nice to slide into a shoe that looks good anywhere. Pair that with meeting the family for dinner, no need to change!

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Therabody Theragun Relief

A little wellness goes a long way. Keeping loose is a good way to go when it comes to the weekend game or treatment during the week. If there is a little ache or pain, the Theragun is there to help out. Help loosen up the back for a pre-game warm-up or cool-down.

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World Cup golf apparel

Something for the soccer dads. Embrace the World Cup fever this summer on the course with custom gear to support the nation of your choice.

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FootJoy Pro SL spikeless golf shoes

Give the old man a break and save his feet with the Footjoy Pro SL Men’s Spikeless Golf Shoes for some added comfort on the course.

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Bushnell Wingman 2 GPS speaker

Combine all the hits as well as some game improvement with the Wingman 2 Golf GPS Speaker by getting audible distance readings from 38,000+ courses worldwide through the Wingman 2 remote or speaker.

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Personalized Titleist Pro V1 golf balls

The No. 1 ball in golf is a safe bet, and the Pro V1 fits the largest chunk of the bell curve if you don’t know what ball pops plays. Add personalization for a, well, personal touch!

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