The Korn Ferry Tour Championship is heating up with five players having everything on the line in the final round at French Lick. From a South African rookie to veterans chasing second chances, these golfers are battling for their PGA TOUR cards.
Barend Botha: The 23-year-old South African leads the field after a stunning back-nine performance. He needs a win to secure his PGA TOUR card, and his older brother’s emotional support has been crucial.
Sandy Scott: This Scottish rookie is one shot behind, aiming for a comeback after a devastating wrist injury. He’s playing with a new perspective and a chance to fulfill his dream.
Justin Suh: The former top-ranked amateur is seeking redemption after a rocky season. A top-three finish could get him back on the TOUR.
Zecheng ‘Marty’ Dou: The Chinese golfer has been on fire, climbing from the brink of elimination to a potential TOUR return. A steady final round could seal the deal.
Pontus Nyholm: The Swede is on the bubble, needing a low score to leap back into the promotion zone. Can he secure his spot in the top 20?
The Cornferryy Tour Championship at French Lake promises an exhilarating conclusion on Sunday with five players poised to make history. Here’s a closer look at their journeys and the high stakes involved. Baron Botha’s emotional comeback. Baron Botha, a 23-year-old South African, is on the cusp of securing a PGA tour card. His story is one of resilience. After a mid-season slump, he made a bold move by enlisting his older brother NJ Botha to carry his bag for emotional support. This decision proved transformative as Boa has since missed just one cut in nine events, finishing runner up at the Utah Championship and T7 at the Compliance Solutions Championship. His back 930 on Saturday with six birdies showcases his resurgence. Sandy Scott’s redemption arc. Sandy Scott, a 27-year-old Scottish rookie, is in a unique position to earn his PGA Tour card. His comeback is truly remarkable. Just 5 years ago, Scott faced a devastating wrist injury that threatened his golf career. After two surgeries and an 18-month layoff, he’s now playing the best golf of his career. Scott’s nine just one stroke behind boa highlights his resurgence and the newfound lightness he brings to his game. Justin S’s fight for redemption. Justin Su, a former topranked amateur, is seeking redemption after a challenging 2024 season where he lost his PGA Tour card. Saw is back on the cornfairy tour. His win at the Visa Argentina Open earlier this season reignited his confidence with a T7 finish at six under after a strong third round. Saw needs a top three finish on Sunday to secure his return to the tour. Zchang Do’s late season surge. Zang Do a 27year-old from China has been on a remarkable role. Entering the playoffs 58th on the points list. Do finished solo second NT2 in back-to-back weeks, climbing to number 19. His precision and patience honed on both the PGA Tour China and Cornferryy Tour circuits make him a strong contender. A steady Sunday performance could secure his PGA Tour card for 2026. Pontis Niholm’s lastminute push. Pontis Niholm, a 27year-old Swede, finds himself in a precarious position. After a difficult opening three rounds, he slipped to number 21 just outside the promotion zone. Niholm needs a stellar Sunday performance, aiming for three or four under to secure his spot. His season resume, including 21 cuts in 25 starts and a playoff win, gives him reason to believe in a dramatic finish.
