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Pernice Rises to the Top
Tom Pernice Jr fired a 66 to jump into the lead after the third round of the Buick Open. Jesper Parnevik, Scott Verplank, and Brian Bateman are all a single shot behind. Jim Furyk and Kenny Perry, two of the second round leaders are in a group of five another shot back. Brett Quigley, the third co-leader from the second round, replaced his caddie after the second round and shot 75 to fall into a tie for 32nd place. The prospect for extreme fireworks on Sunday in high, given the number of players within four shots of the lead.
Tom Pernice Jr. rose to the top of the leaderboard after todays third round of the Buick Open on a five hole stretch that included an eagle and four birdies. His 66 left him a single shot in front of Jesper Parnevik, Scott Verplank, and Brian Bateman. Five others were another shot back including Jim Furyk, Kenny Perry, and Woody Austin.
Parnevik had the best round of the day with an 8 under 64 in his first ever Buick Open. The Swede usual returns to Europe after the US Open until the PGA Championship. "I decided to stay this year, which I’m very happy about," he said. I’m sure that is one of the understatements of the year. He’ll be playing in an Open qualifier at Oakland Hills in Michigan this Monday. Another good round tomorrow will not only thicken his wallet but undoubtably enhance his confidence going into that qualifier.
Mr. Pernice won the first of his two PGA titles here 8 years ago, starting the final day five shots behind Tom Lehman and defeating he and two others by two strokes. "I didn’t really necessarily have many thoughts about winning when I teed off that day," Pernice said. "Really, Tom Lehman let us all back into the game." The winner has come from the final group here since 1999 and the last six years the third round leader has become the champion. Mr Pernice certainly hopes both trends continue. Mr Parnevik, who will join him in the final pairing, hopes only half that trend holds.
Brett Quigley, one of the leaders after the second round, changed caddies for Saturday’s round and struggled to a 75 falling into a tie for 32nd place. "It was just time," Quigley said of his mid-tournament decision. Another second round leader, Jim Furyk bogeyed twice on the front nine, pulling a 4 foot putt and lipping out from 9 feet. He then bogeyed the 18th hole to finish with a 71 extending his streak of sub par rounds to 36 at the Warrick Hills location. "It was a terrible round, 1 under isn’t getting the job done here," Furyk said. "I’m very fortunate to only be two back." A statement with which I heartily agree. It’ll take a 37th round under par, and in the 60’s to challenge for this title.
With 13 players within three shots of the lead, entertainment should not be at a premium tomorrow. I’m hoping we’ll be treated to early fireworks on the first day of July.
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Photos from the 2024 Zurich Classic of New Orleans
GolfWRX is live on site this week at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans for the PGA Tour’s one-and-only two-man team event.
As usual, general galleries, WITBs, and pullout albums — including some pretty spicy custom putters and headcovers — await your viewing.
Be sure to check back for more photos from the Big Easy, as we’ll continue to update this page with additional galleries throughout the week.
General Albums
- 2024 Zurich Classic – Monday #1
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- 2024 Zurich Classic – Tuesday #1
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WITB Albums
- Alex Fitzpatrick – WITB – 2024 Zurich Classic
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- Davis Riley – WITB – 2024 Zurich Classic
- MJ Daffue – WITB – 2024 Zurich Classic
- Nate Lashley – WITB – 2024 Zurich Classic
- James Nicholas – WITB – 2024 Zurich Classic
- Kevin Streelman – WITB – 2024 Zurich Classic
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- Tom Whitney – WITB – 2024 Zurich Classic
- SangMoon Bae – WITB – 2024 Zurich Classic
- Daniel Berger – WITB – 2024 Zurich Classic
- Rory McIlroy – WITB – 2024 Zurich Classic
- Russ Cochrane – WITB – 2024 Zurich Classic
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- Steve Stricker WITB – 2024 Zurich Classic
- Drew Brees WITB (Legendary New Orleans Saints QB) – 2024 Zurich Classic
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Pullout Albums
- MJ Daffue’s custom Cameron putter – 2024 Zurich Classic
- Cameron putters – 2024 Zurich Classic
- Swag covers ( a few custom for Nick Hardy) – 2024 Zurich Classic
- Custom Bettinardi covers for Matt and Alex Fitzpatrick – 2024 Zurich Classic
- Doug Ghim’s custom Cameron putter – 2024 Zurich Classic
- Patrick Cantlay spotted testing a Scotty Cameron blade putter – 2024 Zurich Classic
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