Séamus Power ignited a bogey-free, sensational round of 64 on Friday at the Butterfield Bermuda Championship, catapulting himself to the provisional clubhouse lead at twelve under par after 36 holes. This was a statement on the green that will make the competition take notice. For the Irishman, it's not just about winning the tournament, but also securing full playing privileges for 2027.
Power, who had posted a 66 on Thursday and was temporarily seven under par before late bogeys set him back, staged a furious comeback with seven birdies. Particularly dramatic: The 39-year-old was in 103rd place in the FedEx Cup Fall standings before this tournament, with the top 100 securing their Tour card for the 2027 season. So, everything was on the line here.
Home Comforts in Bermuda
The Irishman is no stranger to Port Royal. In 2022, he claimed victory here, and last year (2025), he also showed with a tied 11th place that the 6,828-yard (6,244 meters) Par-71 layout suits him. This insider knowledge seems to be helping him again to reach the top.
The Battle for the Lead Continues
While Power is currently at the very front, the competition is not sleeping. Chandler Blanchet was still on the course at the time of Power's lead, and Corey Conners also drew level at twelve under par with a strong 67. The leaderboard is still in flux, and the afternoon groups were able to improve their scores. The tension is palpable – it's about a $6 million purse and Power's future on Tour.
