Drama Unfolds at Maple Hill as Leaderboards See Big Shakeups
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The stage is set for a dramatic finish at the 2023 DGPT Playoff - MVP Open on the hallowed grounds of Maple Hill. Friday's Round 2 brought about significant shakeups in both leaderboards, setting the stage for an electrifying conclusion to the tournament.
In the FPO (Females Professional Open) division, Hailey King stormed into contention with a solid 3-under par round, securing a share of the lead alongside Round 1 leader Eveliina Salonen. The duo now sit atop the leaderboard, each boasting impressive scores and averages. Meanwhile, Kristin Tattar emerged as the hottest player on the course, carding an incredible 6-under par round to pull within a single stroke of the leaders.
Tattar's scorching hot performance was marked by just two bogies in a highly rated 1030-rated round, leaving her firmly entrenched in the hunt for victory. The lead card has now seen six of the eight 1000-rated rounds at Maple Hill so far, with King and Salonen averaging an impressive 1020 and Tattar 1016 respectively.
In the MPO (Males Professional Open) division, Calvin Heimburg seized control with a blistering 9-under par round, leapfrogging 20 spots to take a one-stroke lead heading into the weekend. His electrifying performance was marked by five birdies in six holes and an impressive 1084-rated effort.
Ricky Wysocki, Simon Lizotte, and Eagle McMahon all jumped into contention with solid rounds of their own, each carding scores that have them tied for second place alongside Kevin Jones. The trio's performances have set the stage for a thrilling conclusion to the tournament, as they seek to dethrone Heimburg and claim the top spot on the leaderboard.
As Hurricane Lee approaches Maple Hill, the wind is expected to pick up significantly on Moving Day, adding an extra layer of complexity to the proceedings. With 36 holes remaining in the tournament, the field will be vying for position as they navigate the treacherous terrain of Maple Hill.
The Disc Golf Network will provide live coverage from Maple Hill, with FPO action commencing at 9 a.m. ET and MPO coverage starting at 1:30 p.m. ET.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/heading-weekend-maple-hill