Tattar Expands Lead as Allen Closes Gap at PDGA Champions Cup

The second round of the 2023 PDGA Champions Cup presented by Bushnell took place on a beautiful day in Appling, Georgia, at the W.R. Jackson Memorial course. The female professional (FPO) field showed remarkable consistency, with several players posting impressive scores. Kristin Tattar continued to dominate, extending her lead from two strokes to five over the field after shooting 7-under par.

Tattar's round was marked by an eagle on Hole 8, which showcased her exceptional skills and focus. Her bogey-free streak now stands at 53 consecutive holes, a testament to her remarkable endurance and accuracy under pressure. In contrast to Round 1, Tattar faced relatively easier putts for her eagle on day two, but still demonstrated incredible precision.

When asked about the pressure of maintaining her lead, Tattar revealed that she prioritizes her own performance over competing with others. "I'm not thinking about what Kristin is doing," she said. "I just want to birdie because I know I can do it every time." This mindset reflects her commitment to executing her game plan, regardless of the competition.

Catrina Allen finished Round 2 in second place at 11 strokes under par, following a bogey-free round with 6-under scoring. Similar to Tattar, Allen maintained 100% C1X Putting and avoided any major mistakes on the course. When questioned about adjusting her game plan to catch up to Tattar, Allen emphasized that she focuses on playing her own game: "I'm not going to get out of my rhythm to try to win. That would put me in a bad mindset."

Hailey King sits fourth at 8-under par after Round 2, while Kat Mertsch took the same score as King with six birdies and an eagle, albeit on a more rollercoaster round with four bogeys. The lead card will remain unchanged for Round 3, setting up an intriguing competition for the final day of the tournament.

The PDGA Champions Cup is reaching its midpoint, and Saturday's play promises to be even more challenging due to potential windy and rainy conditions. With a five-stroke gap between Tattar and the rest of the field, the stage is set for an exciting conclusion to this major event.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/sticking-plan