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Kim Ties 44th, Takes Week Off Before Colonial

5/18/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Kim tied for 44th at 2-over par and will take week off before Colonial.
Kim noted holes 8, 10 and 15 were tough, with shot on 8 likely under 15% GIR.
Rory McIlroy said the setup hasn’t let anyone separate themselves, while Scottie Scheffler called it absurd and Patrick Reed called pins dicey.
After 36 holes, players were tied for second, one shot behind leader, and 43 within five shots.

History

Historical Context

In June 2008 the USGA set Torrey Pines’ South Course at 7,642 yards for the U.S. Open, where Tiger Woods won with a +1 total—the first over-par champion since 1974. Only 68 competitors finished at even par or better, underscoring the course’s difficulty. Today’s PGA Tour event at the same venue forces players like Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy to adapt to similarly unforgiving conditions.

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Story summary

Kim tied for 44th at 2-over par and will take week off before Colonial.
Kim noted holes 8, 10 and 15 were tough, with shot on 8 likely under 15% GIR.
Rory McIlroy said the setup hasn’t let anyone separate themselves, while Scottie Scheffler called it absurd and Patrick Reed called pins dicey.
After 36 holes, players were tied for second, one shot behind leader, and 43 within five shots.

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