Jon Rahm Competes Again; Penge Leads as Lowry Misses Open de Espana Cut

Jon Rahm is making a strong push in the Open de España, while Shane Lowry faced disappointment by missing the cut. The event, held at the Club de Campo Villa de Madrid, showcases top golfers competing in a key tournament.
Jon Rahm’s Resurgence
After a challenging start, Jon Rahm rebounded with an impressive round of 66. This performance brought him to five under par, positioning him well for the weekend. Despite his efforts, he remains five shots behind the leader.
Shane Lowry Misses the Cut
Shane Lowry, Rahm’s Ryder Cup teammate, struggled throughout the tournament. Although he shot a three-under par 68 on Friday, it was not enough to secure a place for the weekend. Lowry ended up just one stroke short of the level-par cut line.
After a strong 14 holes where he sank four birdies, Lowry faced a setback at the 16th hole, where he dropped another shot. He had a chance to make the cut on the final hole but narrowly missed a crucial putt.
Event Highlights
- Jon Rahm: Round of 66, total -5 for the tournament
- Shane Lowry: Round of 68, total -1, missed cut
- Marco Penge: Leader at -9 after a round of 67
- Jeff Winther: Joint-best round of the day with 64
- Sergio Garcia: Former champion, in the weekend field at -1
Current Standings
Player | Score | Round |
---|---|---|
Marco Penge | -9 | 67 |
Jeff Winther | -8 | 64 |
Joel Girrbach | -7 | 65 |
Aaron Cockerill | -6 | 67 |
Dan Brown | -7 | 66 |
The tournament continues to be highly competitive as players like Rahm and Penge position themselves for a strong finish. Viewers can catch this thrilling event live, with the third round coverage set to begin on Saturday.