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Ludvig Aberg Leads Players Championship with Stunning 63

3/14/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Ludvig Aberg of Sweden leads The Players Championship after a 9-under 63 in round two at TPC Sawgrass, 12-under.
He carded two eagles and six birdies to sit two strokes ahead of Xander Schauffele.
Rory McIlroy, the defending champion, made the cut with a 1-under 71 and finished at 1-over for the tournament.
World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler also made the cut, finishing at 1-over after a 73, and Aberg aims for his third PGA Tour title.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural Players Championship took place from March 18-21, 1982, at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, marking a significant moment in professional golf. Jerry Pate won the tournament, which featured the iconic 17th hole, known as the "Island Green." This event has since evolved into a premier tournament, shaping the careers of many golfers and enhancing the sport's global appeal.

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Story summary

Ludvig Aberg of Sweden leads The Players Championship after a 9-under 63 in round two at TPC Sawgrass, 12-under.
He carded two eagles and six birdies to sit two strokes ahead of Xander Schauffele.
Rory McIlroy, the defending champion, made the cut with a 1-under 71 and finished at 1-over for the tournament.
World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler also made the cut, finishing at 1-over after a 73, and Aberg aims for his third PGA Tour title.

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