Thomas Detry surged to the forefront at the Phoenix Open, delivering a stellar performance with a 7-under 64 in the second round. This impressive display at TPC Scottsdale granted him a two-shot lead, positioning him at 12 under. Detry's round included eight birdies and a single bogey, taking advantage of the ideal conditions on the course.
Jordan Spieth made a notable comeback, showcasing his resilience with eagles on the 13th and 15th holes. Spieth shot a commendable 65, placing him at 9 under as he competes in his second tournament since undergoing offseason wrist surgery. Joining Spieth at 9 under is Tom Kim, a three-time PGA Tour winner, who maintained his competitive edge with a solid round of 66.
Argentinian Emiliano Grillo provided a memorable moment for the spectators, achieving the sole ace of the day on the rowdy par-3 16th. His remarkable shot incited a beer shower from the lively crowd, reminiscent of past celebrations on this iconic hole.
Michael Kim also impressed with a bogey-free 63, tying him at 10 under alongside Alex Smalley, who carded a 65. Kim, known for his victory at the 2018 John Deere Classic, had struggled earlier this season but found his rhythm at TPC Scottsdale. Meanwhile, Smalley opened with a 67 and gained momentum with four birdies in five holes during the second round.
Scottie Scheffler delivered a bogey-free 66, moving to 7 under after overcoming difficulties in the opening round. This tournament marks his second start since sustaining a hand injury during Christmas festivities.
Detry's performance was highlighted by a 6-foot eagle putt on the par-5 13th and birdies on challenging holes like the par-4 11th. Despite a bogey on the par-5 15th due to a water hazard misstep, Detry remained focused on securing his first PGA Tour win. He started the tournament with a 66 in the opening round and continued to build momentum with three birdies on the front nine of his second round.
Justin Thomas nearly mirrored Grillo's feat with his tee shot on No. 17, narrowly missing an ace. Tournament officials have been vigilant about curbing excessive celebrations at the stadium hole following similar incidents in previous years.
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