Phichaksn Maichon takes the 36-hole lead at the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship, heading into the weekend with a slim one-shot advantage. With a sensational 12-under-par after two rounds, including another stellar performance on Friday, the Thai player has currently distanced himself from the competition. This guy is just letting it rip and showing he's ready for the big stage.
His opening round? A 63 that immediately goes down in this year's golf annals. The highlight was an ace on the par-3 5th – a brilliant shot, hit with a 5-iron from a staggering 229 yards (210 meters). You don't pull shots like that out of the bag every day, and Maichon immediately made it clear who's setting the pace here. It was his first ever 18-hole lead.
The Eagle Hunter in Top Form
But the spectacle didn't stop there. On Friday, Maichon also delivered another phenomenal round, providing plenty of material for the highlight reels. A holed eagle, executed with such precision it left spectators in awe, once again demonstrated his surgical skill. His game, whether it's a driver off the deck or a spin-back right into the hole, currently looks seamless.
Thrills on the Korn Ferry Tour
This tournament is a crucial stop on the Korn Ferry Tour at Ohio State University Golf Club’s Scarlet Course, and every shot counts. Maichon, a four-year player for Texas A&M, is under immense pressure, as his finish could determine his entire season. John Marshall Butler and Jorge Fernández Valdés are lurking right behind him, ready to strike at the slightest weakness. The chase for the top is on, promising a dramatic weekend on the greens.
