Lowry Closes Gap on Leader mitchell at Truist Championship
Shane lowry surged into contention at the Truist Championship, carding a stellar 6-under 65 in the second round to move within one stroke of leader Kevin Mitchell. Mitchell, who set the pace with an opening-round 61, followed up with a 67 Friday, maintaining his lead at 12-under overall.
Lowry’s strong Round Fueled by Birdie Barrage
Lowry’s notable round at Philadelphia Cricket Club’s Wissahickon Course featured six birdies,marking the lowest score of the day amid challenging,soggy conditions. The Irishman highlighted the consistency in his game, emphasizing his maturity in handling both successes and setbacks on the course.
“There’s a consistency to my whole game that has been very good,” Lowry said. “I think I’m just maturing as a golfer, taking the rough with the smooth, the good days taking them well and the bad days working through them.”
Mitchell Remains in Control Despite Softer Second Round
mitchell’s second-round 67 included five birdies and two bogeys, keeping him atop the leaderboard. While the American couldn’t replicate his blistering first-round performance, he showcased composure and resilience.
McIlroy in the Hunt After “Scrappy” Round
Rory McIlroy, the defending champion, remains in contention despite describing his second round as “scrappy.” The northern Irishman carded a mixed round of six birdies and three bogeys to finish in a six-way tie for fourth place at 7-under.
“I felt like today was another sort of scrappy one,” McIlroy said. “I made what I feel are some uncharacteristic mistakes compared to how I’ve played the majority of the year.So just got to try to iron that out over the next couple of days, try to shoot a couple of scores without as many bogeys on the card.”
Fleetwood Solid, Rose Struggles
Tommy Fleetwood posted his second consecutive 3-under 68 to land at 4-under. Meanwhile, fellow Englishman Justin Rose struggled, shooting a 6-over 77 which leaves him well down the field at 7-over.
What does Shane Lowry mean when he says he is “maturing as a golfer”?
Lowry Closes Gap on Leader mitchell at Truist Championship
Shane lowry surged into contention at the Truist Championship, carding a stellar 6-under 65 in the second round to move within one stroke of leader Kevin Mitchell. Mitchell, who set the pace with an opening-round 61, followed up with a 67 Friday, maintaining his lead at 12-under overall.
Lowry’s strong Round Fueled by Birdie Barrage
Lowry’s notable round at Philadelphia Cricket Club’s Wissahickon Course featured six birdies,marking the lowest score of the day amid challenging,soggy conditions. The Irishman highlighted the consistency in his game, emphasizing his maturity in handling both successes and setbacks on the course.
“Ther’s a consistency to my whole game that has been very good,” Lowry said. “I think I’m just maturing as a golfer, taking the rough with the smooth, the good days taking them well and the bad days working through them.”
Mitchell remains in Control Despite Softer Second Round
mitchell’s second-round 67 included five birdies and two bogeys, keeping him atop the leaderboard. While the American couldn’t replicate his blistering first-round performance, he showcased composure and resilience.
McIlroy in the Hunt After “Scrappy” Round
Rory McIlroy, the defending champion, remains in contention despite describing his second round as “scrappy.” The northern irishman carded a mixed round of six birdies and three bogeys to finish in a six-way tie for fourth place at 7-under.
“I felt like today was another sort of scrappy one,” McIlroy said.“I made what I feel are some uncharacteristic mistakes compared to how I’ve played the majority of the year.so just got to try to iron that out over the next couple of days, try to shoot a couple of scores without as many bogeys on the card.”
Fleetwood Solid, Rose Struggles
Tommy Fleetwood posted his second consecutive 3-under 68 to land at 4-under. Meanwhile, fellow Englishman Justin Rose struggled, shooting a 6-over 77 which leaves him well down the field at 7-over.
Truist Championship Q&A
What is the truist Championship?
The Truist Championship is a golf tournament on the PGA Tour. This article covers the ongoing event.
Who is leading the tournament?
Kevin Mitchell is leading the tournament. shane Lowry is close behind, just one stroke back.
What course is the tournament being played on?
The tournament is being played at the Philadelphia Cricket Club’s Wissahickon Course.
How did Shane Lowry perform in the second round?
Shane Lowry shot a 6-under 65 in the second round, fueled by six birdies which was the lowest score of the day. He moved within one stroke of the lead.
How did Kevin Mitchell do in the second round?
Mitchell shot a 67 in the second round, maintaining his lead at 12-under overall. He had five birdies and two bogeys.
What about Rory McIlroy? Is he still in contention?
Yes, Rory McIlroy, the defending champion, is still in the hunt, despite a “scrappy” second round. He’s tied for fourth.
What were the conditions like during the second round?
The conditions were challenging and soggy.
Where can I watch the Truist Championship?
Information on the TV schedule and streaming options for the 2025 Truist Championship can be found online [[1](https://golf.com/news/2025-truist-championship-tv-schedule-streaming-watch/)]
Keep an eye on the leaderboard and follow the remaining rounds to see if Lowry can overtake Mitchell or if McIlroy makes a comeback!
