Florida Sizzles at Grant Thornton Invitational
As the sun rises over the Tiburon Golf Club in Florida, excitement is palpable for the second round of the 2024 Grant Thornton Invitational. With just a few hours to go before the action kicks off, golf fans are buzzing after a thrilling first day of competition.
Hot Shots of Day One
Friday saw a dazzling display, and none shined brighter than the dynamic duo of Jennifer Kupcho and Akshay Bhatia. The pair started off the tournament on fire, wrapping up their round with an impressive score of 13-under 59. It was a spectacular day on the greens where everyone expected them to be at the top of the leaderboard.
But wait, there’s more! It turns out Kupcho and Bhatia weren’t the only stars who shone on Day One. The team of Patty Tavatanakit and Jake Knapp set a blistering pace, taking the lead with a jaw-dropping 58. Just one stroke separated them from Kupcho and Bhatia, which adds a layer of drama as they head into the second round.
The Stage Is Set for Round Two
Saturday’s atmosphere is sure to be electric, with the top two teams pairing up for an exhilarating face-off. Kupcho and Bhatia will tee off right behind Tavatanakit and Knapp at 12:19 p.m. ET. The two teams will bring their A-game, and fans are in for a treat as they witness what’s bound to be a nail-biter.
If you’re not able to be in Florida to catch the action live, don’t worry! You can tune into the Golf Channel at 2 p.m. ET for all the updates, followed by NBC taking over the broadcasts at 3 p.m. ET. There are also options to stream the event on Peacock or via the NBC Sports App, so you can follow the excitement anywhere, anytime.
Catching Up with the Leaders
As fans gear up for the second round, many are eager to see how the leaderboard will shake up. Will Tavatanakit and Knapp maintain their lead, or can Kupcho and Bhatia pull off a comeback? Don’t forget that golf can be unpredictable, and anything can happen on the course!
Full Saturday Tee Times
If you’re looking to catch all the action right from the start, here’s a brief rundown of Saturday’s tee times:
- 10:55 a.m. – Gabi Ruffels/Nick Dunlap; Mel Reid/Cameron Champ
- 11:07 a.m. – Megan Khang/Matt Kuchar; Andrea Lee/Max Greyserman
- 11:19 a.m. – Lexi Thompson/Rickie Fowler; Nelly Korda/Daniel Berger
- 11:31 a.m. – Lauren Coughlin/Cameron Young; Lilia Vu/Luke List
- 11:43 a.m. – Lydia Ko/Jason Day; Celine Boutier/Matthieu Pavon
- 11:55 a.m. – Allisen Corpuz/Sahith Theegala; Jeeno Thitikul/Tom Kim
- 12:07 p.m. – Brooke Henderson/Corey Conners; Maja Stark/J.T. Poston
- 12:19 p.m. – Patty Tavatanakit/Jake Knapp; Jennifer Kupcho/Akshay Bhatia
Excitement Awaits!
With so much talent on display and only a slim margin separating the leaders, it’s hard not to feel the thrill of competition in the air. Fans are sure to be glued to their screens as the race heats up at the Grant Thornton Invitational. The stakes are high and the excitement is palpable—who will rise to the top and claim victory? Keep your eyes peeled; we’re in for a wild ride!
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