Team Kuchar Blisters PNC Championship with Opening 57
Matt Kuchar and son Cameron shoot a scrambling 57 to take a two-shot lead over Team Daly after Day 1 in Orlando.
Matt Kuchar and his son Cameron seized control of the 2025 PNC Championship on Saturday, combining for a stunning 15-under par 57 in the scramble format at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club.
The duo carded birdies on all but three holes, taking a two-stroke lead over Team Daly. Cameron Kuchar, set to play collegiate golf at TCU, displayed impressive form alongside his father.
Leaderboard Snapshot
Behind the Kuchars, John Daly and his son John II sit alone in second place at 13-under. A crowded tie for third at 12-under includes:
- Team Love (Davis and Dru)
- Team Stricker (Steve and Izzi)
- Team Korda (Nelly and Petr)
Defending champions Team Langer (Bernhard and Jason) opened with an 11-under 61, staying within striking distance but needing a low Sunday score to capture a third consecutive title.
The 36-hole event concludes on Sunday.
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