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Si Woo Kim Leads American Express; Big Names Cut

1/25/2026

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Si Woo Kim Leads

Si Woo Kim leads the 2026 American Express at 22 under par after a 66 in round three.
World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler and 18-year-old Blades Brown are at 21 under.
The 54-hole cut eliminates more than half the field, including Justin Rose, Tony Finau, and Sepp Straka.
Justin Rose finished eight under after a double bogey on the 17th, with the final round on the Pete Dye Stadium Course.

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Clark and Cole Shine

Wyndham Clark and Eric Cole shot 6-under 66 at La Quinta, finishing the third round 20 under par.
Clark, the 2023 U.S. Open champion, improved after a slow start and aimed for his fourth PGA Tour victory.
Cole, seeking his first Tour win, posted a steady, bogey-free round.
Si Woo Kim holds a one-shot lead as Straka failed to break par in two rounds.
Dunlap withdrew from the tournament.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1968, the PGA Tour emerged from a split with the PGA of America, aiming to prioritize professional players over club professionals. This shift followed rising tensions over revenue distribution amid increased television coverage. Today, the Tour hosts prestigious events like The Players Championship, shaping the careers of golfers such as Scottie Scheffler and 18-year-old Blades Brown, reflecting golf's growing popularity.

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Si Woo Kim Leads

Si Woo Kim leads the 2026 American Express at 22 under par after a 66 in round three.
World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler and 18-year-old Blades Brown are at 21 under.
The 54-hole cut eliminates more than half the field, including Justin Rose, Tony Finau, and Sepp Straka.
Justin Rose finished eight under after a double bogey on the 17th, with the final round on the Pete Dye Stadium Course.

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