Watch the highlights of Seamus Power’s impressive opening round at the RSM Classic in Georgia. Power, fighting to keep his tour card, started strong with a six-under-par 64 on the Seaside Course.
The Irish golfer, currently ranked 129th in the FedEx Fall standings, needs a solid performance to secure his PGA Tour status for the 2026 season. Despite a bogey at the 10th, Power carded seven birdies to finish the day tied for 15th.
Doug Ghim leads the tournament with an incredible 10-under-par 60, alongside Davis Thompson and Rico Hoey. Can Power maintain his momentum and climb up the leaderboard? Find out in this exciting golf recap!
Sheamus Power is making a powerful statement at the RSM Classic, kicking off the season ender with a bang. His impressive 64 on the Seaside course has him tied for 15th and his determined to secure his PGA Tour status for 2026. With the tournament spanning two courses at South Sea Island Resort, P’s performance on the PA70 seaside course was exceptional. He registered seven birdies and only one bogey at the 10th, showcasing his precision and skill. Power Score placed him as the fifth best performer on the course, but he’s got his eyes set on the top spot. The leaderboard is a tight race with Doug Gim, Davis Thompson, and Rico Hoey tied at the top with 10 underscores. They each recorded impressive rounds on the plantation course, setting the bar high for the rest of the field. Andrew Putnham and Andrew Novak are just one stroke behind, breathing down their necks. But here’s where it gets interesting. P’s journey hasn’t been an easy one. His battled injury wos throughout the summer and managed only one top 10 finish this year at the Valpar Championship in March. However, he’s shown resilience and a strong finish to the season with solid performances in Mexico and Bermuda. Unfortunately, he couldn’t quite seal the deal in those final rounds. Last weekend at the Bermuda Championship, Power was in contention heading into the final round, but a closing 73 saw him slip to 11th. It’s a testament to his determination that he’s back in the hunt so soon after. So, will P’s strong start carry him through to secure his PGA Tour status, or will the competition prove too tough? It’s a question that golf fans are eagerly awaiting the answer to. What do you think? Do you believe Power has what it takes to secure his spot, or is there another player you’re rooting for? Let’s discuss in the comments and share our predictions for this exciting tournament.
