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Russell Henley Dominates Day 1 of the 2025 TOUR Championship

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Quinn Allen
August 22, 2025 4:13 PM
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Russell Henley Dominates Day 1 of the 2025 TOUR Championship
Russell Henley delivered a remarkable performance on Day 1 of the 2025 TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta, surging to the top of the leaderboard with a career-best round. Henley carded an impressive 9-under 61, giving him a three-shot lead over the field as the final leg of the FedEx Cup playoffs got underway.

Henley, a Georgia native, was electric with the putter, sinking a staggering 207 feet of putts—a personal record—including three from beyond 30 feet and nine others outside of five feet. His round featured seven birdies, an eagle, and ten pars, putting him in prime position as the tournament heads into the weekend. Full leaderboard and live updates highlight just how dominant Henley’s start was compared to some of the world’s best.

Chasing Henley are Scottie Scheffler at 7-under and Collin Morikawa and Patrick Cantlay tied for third at 6-under. With the FedEx Cup title and a multi-million dollar purse on the line, every shot counts, and the leaderboard remains packed with elite contenders.

The TOUR Championship is the PGA TOUR’s season finale, and its unique staggered-start format means players’ starting scores are determined by their FedEx Cup standings entering the event. Historically, the tournament at East Lake has produced high drama and statistical intrigue, with previous champions like Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods overcoming deficits to claim the Cup. This year, Henley’s hot start adds another compelling storyline.

Golf fans and bettors alike are closely tracking the action, with live stats and odds available throughout the week. The combination of pressure, elite competition, and the challenging East Lake layout promises more twists as the tournament progresses.

For live scores, tee times, and player stats, visit the official PGA TOUR Leaderboard and follow the latest insights on the PGA TOUR Twitter feed.

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Quinn Allen
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