The American Express - Friday Recap
Data-driven friday recap for the The American Express.
JMD
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Cut Day RECAP
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Data Divots
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Jan 23, 2026
Friday - Round 2
The American Express
La Quinta Country ClubLa Quinta, CA
⛳ La Quinta Country ClubPar 72🌤️ 76° Breezy
| # | Player | Tot | Today | Thru | SG | Win% | Odds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T1 | S. Scheffler | -17 | ▲-8 | F | +3.9 | 31.2% | +220 | |
| T1 | Blades Brown | -17 | ▲-12 | F | +3.9 | 2.5% | +3875 | |
| 3 | Si Woo Kim | -16 | ▲-7 | F | +4.3 | 18.7% | +434 | |
| T4 | Matt McCarty | -15 | ▲-6 | F | +2.9 | 1.9% | +5096 | |
| T4 | S.H. Kim | -15 | ▲-6 | F | +2.9 | 0.8% | +12016 | |
| T6 | Wyndham Clark | -14 | ▲-8 | F | +3.3 | 4.2% | +2294 | |
| T6 | Jacob Bridgeman | -14 | ▲-6 | F | +3.3 | 4.2% | +2302 | |
| T6 | Harris English | -14 | ▲-7 | 15 | +2.7 | 2.8% | +3438 | |
| T6 | Eric Cole | -14 | ▲-6 | F | +3.3 | 2.5% | +3839 | |
| T6 | Rickie Fowler | -14 | ▲-9 | F | +2.4 | 1.5% | +6774 |
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🚀Distance
1
Griffin, Ben
304.2
2
Woodland, G.
301.6
3
Castillo, R.
300.4
🎯GIR
1
Svensson, J.
100%
2
Ewart, A.J.
94%
3
Coody, P.
93%
⛳Putting
1
Day, Jason
+3.81
2
Hojgaard, R.
+3.57
3
Roy, Kevin
+2.77
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Hot
Brown
↑12
Putnam
↑12
Fowler
↑9
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Cold
Hubbard
↓6
Landry
↓5
Lower
↓3
Scheffler shines at -17! Scottie Scheffler leads the pack at The American Express, tied with Blades Brown, both sitting at 17-under. Scheffler's win probability stands strong at 31.2%, making him the favorite as we head into the weekend. Si Woo Kim is hot on their heels at 16-under, boasting an 18.7% chance of victory. With the cut line at a low -10, the field remains fiercely competitive. Notable names like Rickie Fowler and Wyndham Clark are within striking distance at 14-under, eager to make their move in the final rounds. What a thrilling setup for the weekend!
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SG Insights
- Si Woo Kim leads in SG Total! Kim's impressive +4.32 strokes gained showcases his all-around game through 36 holes.
- Jason Day shines on the greens. His SG Putting of +3.81 highlights a stellar performance with the flat stick.
- Zecheng Dou excels in precision. Leading SG Approach with +3.77, Dou's iron play is making waves at The American Express.
📊Strokes Gained Leaders
| Category | Leader | Value |
|---|---|---|
| SG Total | Kim, Si Woo | +4.32 |
| SG Putting | Day, Jason | +3.81 |
| SG Approach | Dou, Zecheng | +3.77 |
| SG Off-Tee | Woodland, Gary | +1.86 |
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Weekend Outlook
CUT: -10 | 74 advance
NOTABLE MC: No significant upsets at the cut line
LEADER: Scheffler, Scottie at -17
R3 KEY: Scheffler's charge! Scottie Scheffler shares the lead at 17-under, showcasing his dominance with a 31.2% chance to win. Watch for his iron play on Moving Day as he battles Blades Brown, also at -17. Si Woo Kim trails closely at 16-under, making this a thrilling weekend showdown. Keep an eye on Matt McCarty and S.H. Kim, both just two strokes back at 15-under. What a leaderboard!
1. Scheffler's Stronghold
Scottie Scheffler leads the pack at 17-under with a 31.2% win probability. His consistent play sets the stage for a thrilling weekend as he seeks to extend his lead.
2. Blades Brown's Breakthrough?Tied at the top with Scheffler, Blades Brown sits at 17-under but with a modest 2.5% win probability. Can he shake up the leaderboard and pull off an upset?
3. Si Woo Kim in PursuitJust one stroke behind the leaders, Si Woo Kim is at 16-under with an 18.7% chance of victory. Watch for his push to the top as he aims to capture the title.
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