Keith Mitchell took the lead in the final round of the Sanderson Farms Championship after finishing with a 7-under 65, including a pair of birdies. His last PGA Tour victory was over five years ago, making this a crucial opportunity for him to secure a spot in four premium events next year. Mitchell’s impressive performance put him at 20-under 196, one shot ahead of Beau Hossler.
Despite Mitchell’s lead, the competition was tight with eight other players within five shots of the top spot. Hossler and Daniel Berger were tied at 17 under before the turn, but some mistakes cost them the lead. Hossler’s double bogey on the par-4 12th hole allowed Mitchell to pull ahead, while Berger struggled with bogeys on the back nine. However, Hossler managed to recover with tough par saves and birdies to secure a spot in the final group alongside Mitchell.
Kevin Yu made a late surge with two birdies to secure third place, just two shots behind the leader. Mitchell and former U.S. Open champion Lucas Glover are the only players in the top six who have previously won on tour. Mitchell, who missed out on the FedEx Cup playoffs, is aiming to secure a victory to qualify for prestigious events like The Sentry at Kapalua and the Masters.
Glover emphasized the depth of talent on the tour, noting that nerves play a significant role in the final stretch of the competition. Despite the high level of competition, Glover remains confident in his ability to perform under pressure. With a tight leaderboard and talented players in contention, the final round of the Sanderson Farms Championship promises to be an exciting and unpredictable event.
