Daniil Sokolov, the 13-year-old golfing prodigy, missed the cut at the Qatar Masters after a challenging second round. Despite a valiant effort, Sokolov concluded his second round with a score of 4-over 76, bringing his total to 7-over par. The young golfer had opened the tournament with a 75 in the first round.
Sokolov, a Russian national who competes under the Qatari flag, first made headlines last year when he debuted at the Qatar Masters at only 12 years old. Unfortunately, in that appearance, he also missed the cut after scoring rounds of 78 and 82. The Qatar Masters remains Sokolov's sole stage on the European Tour, highlighting his potential as a young talent in professional golf. This year, he received another invitation to compete, reflecting his recognized promise in the sport.
While Sokolov's performance this year was an improvement over last year's showing, it was not sufficient to secure him a spot in the weekend rounds. His journey in this tournament ended after two rounds, as he could not meet the cut threshold.
Meanwhile, English golfer Brandon Robinson Thompson emerged as a formidable competitor, leading the tournament by two strokes after the second round. Thompson posted an impressive score of 68 in his second round, bringing his total score to 10 under par. His consistent performance has positioned him as a strong contender for the title going into the weekend.
Sokolov's participation and performance at such a young age continue to draw attention from golfing enthusiasts and experts alike. His technical skills and composure on the course are commendable, and many anticipate a bright future for him in professional golf.
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