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Watts Leads Elite Golfers at 123rd Western Amateur

7/30/2025

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The 123rd Western Amateur Championship is set to unfold from July 29 to August 2, 2025, at the picturesque Skokie Country Club in Illinois. A fierce battle awaits as 156 elite amateur golfers take on 72 holes of stroke play, culminating in match play for the top 16. Tyler Watts shines brightly, leading the pack with a stunning 8-under 62 in Round 1.

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The 123rd Western Amateur Championship is set to unfold from July 29 to August 2, 2025, at the picturesque Skokie Country Club in Illinois. A fierce battle awaits as 156 elite amateur golfers take on 72 holes of stroke play, culminating in match play for the top 16. Tyler Watts shines brightly, leading the pack with a stunning 8-under 62 in Round 1.