Young Stars Clash at Winthrop as Wysocki Enters Contention
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The drama is building at the 2024 PDGA Major, taking place at Winthrop. What began as a strong start to the season by Anthony Barela has now been eclipsed by the impressive play of Gannon Buhr. As the tournament reaches its climax, all eyes are on these two young stars and their battle for supremacy.
The lead changed hands multiple times this week, with Barela initially taking back the top spot after a 9-under round that featured 12-of-13 putting from C1X and four clutch C2 makes. Buhr, who was tied at the top with Barela after two rounds, went bogey-free on Saturday but started slowly, unlike his rival.
Ricky Wysocki, meanwhile, has firmly inserted himself into the conversation with a scorching hot round that catapulted him from eighth to solo third in the standings. His 12-under performance was highlighted by leading the field in strokes gained tee-to-green at 9.04 and an incredible 7-under stretch on the turn.
Väinö Mäkelä turned in an impressive 8-under round, securing his place alongside Barela and Buhr as they compete for the top spot on Championship Sunday. The stage is set for a thrilling conclusion to the tournament, with Wysocki's surge into contention adding an extra layer of excitement.
As the competition narrows, other players have also made significant moves above the cut line. Notable jumpers include Simon Lizotte, Kyle Klein, Aidan Scott, James Proctor, Matthew Orum, Linus Carlsson, and three-time USDGC champion Barry Schultz. The 2024 PDGA Major is shaping up to be a memorable one, with all still to play for on the final day at Winthrop.
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Barela reclaimed the lead over Buhr by one stroke on Saturday in Rock Hill, continuing the back-and-forth between the two young stars all week at Winthrop all while Ricky Wysocki firmly entered the conversation.
The two entered tied at the top after two rounds and Barela took back the lead with a 9-under round, highlighted by 12-of-13 putting from C1X and four C2 makes. Buhr (-8) went bogey-free on the day but started slow, as did Barela.
Wysocki did not.
Jumping five spots into solo third with the hot round of the tournament so far at 12-under, Wysocki enters Championship Sunday five strokes out of the lead. Wysocki led the day in strokes gained tee-to-green at 9.04 and went 7-under in a six-hole stretch at the turn.
Väinö Mäkelä turned in an 8-under round to take the final spot on the lead card for one more run around Winthrop.
Simon Lizotte, Kyle Klein, Aidan Scott, James Proctor, Matthew Orum, Linus Carlsson and 3-time USDGC champion Barry Schultz all made jumps above the cut line on Saturday.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/grand-finale-tap