Who Is Justin Suh, Surprise Leader At Honda Classic 2023

At the PGA National Members Club, the 2023 Honda Classic is currently taking place, and a 25-year-old golfer has claimed the lead. Unexpectedly, Justin Suh finished the second round one stroke ahead of seasoned Chris Kirk with a score under 10. Suh is pleased to be in first place with a six-point advantage and a score under ten. Suh gained notoriety on Friday by sinking putts from 158 feet and scoring four straight birdies in the middle of the second round. Suh responded, "The putter became hot," when questioned about his performance. "Watching the putts fall in was enjoyable."  "Watching the putts fall in was enjoyable." I just kept my head down and focused on my game,"  he said while discussing his lowly beginnings. Suh, a native of Las Vegas, began playing golf when he was still a child. He earned the silver medal while representing his nation in the 2018 Eisenhower Trophy. He shared the field with Collin Morikawa and Cole Hammer. After enrolling at the University of Southern California, Suh won the Pac-12 Player of the Year award in 2018. He won the amateur world championship in 2018 before becoming pro in 2019, following his graduation from college with a business administration degree.In his second year as a professional, Suh recorded eight top-10 finishes, fourteen top-25 finishes, and a second-place showing at the,Utah Championship. He received an exemption for the 2023 Players Championship and US Open after winning the 2022 Korn Ferry Championship. Suh's outstanding performance earned him the title of 2022 Korn Ferry Tour Player of the Year. Suh is now dominating on the PGA Tour, winning the Honda Classic, and establishing himself. "I definitely won't let it put a damper on a really terrific day," said Kirk, who is one shot behind Suh in the standings. On February 25 and 26, the Honda Classic's final rounds will take place, and Justin Suh, who is still vying for the championship, will be the centre of attention.