Blades Brown Sets Course Record with 12-Under 60 at The American Express

Blades Brown's Record-Setting Round

• 🚀 Blades Brown, an 18-year-old golfer, shot an impressive 12-under 60 in the second round of The American Express.
• 🎯 His exceptional performance included birdies on 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 and an eagle on 11, reaching eight under through seven holes.
• ⛳ This score established a new course record at the Nicklaus Tournament Course.

The Quest for 59

• ⚠️ Brown was 12-under par with three holes remaining on a par 72 course, creating anticipation for a sub-60 round.
• 😔 He needed a birdie on the par-4 ninth hole (his 18th) to achieve a 59, but the putt did not drop, resulting in a 60.
• 💔 Despite the disappointment of missing the 59, he acknowledged it was his lowest round on the PGA Tour.

Emotions and Perspective

• 🧠 Brown admitted to feeling nerves and pressure on the final three holes, but focused on executing controllable shots.
• 🧘 He found calm by appreciating the beauty of the golf course and the water during the final putt.
• ✅ Despite not getting the 59, he expressed happiness with the outcome and many positives to take into the weekend.

Leaderboard Position & Journey

• 🏆 Blades Brown is currently tied at the top of the leaderboard with World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler.
• ✈️ His participation in the tournament came via a sponsor's invite, flying from the Bahamas thanks to "One Flight" hours earned from a previous top finish.
• 🌱 He emphasized focusing on controllable aspects and managing emotions for the remaining rounds.

Looking Ahead

• 😴 Physically and mentally, Brown stated he was tired and planned to get food and a nap before teeing up for the next day.
• 📈 He is optimistic about the weekend, recognizing he's halfway there and has a shot to win.