CALEDON, ONT. – Following a challenging opening round, the second day of the 2025 Canadian Open brought about a flurry of better golf thanks to improved weather and course conditions.
Coming into the week, the biggest concern surrounding the tournament involved the impending storm expected to sweep through Caledon and with it, how the golfers would cope with such elements.
Although those concerns became a reality early on, both the course and players were able to endure and perform throughout the first two days of the tournament.
“It was more of an annoyance, I think. It was umbrella up-and-down.” said 2023 champion Nick Taylor, sharing his thoughts on the day’s challenges.
Fellow Canadian Taylor Pendrith, who was grouped with Taylor in the morning wave, said he “took my rain jacket on and off 10 times”.
As the first day got underway it became clear how influential of a role the weather would play throughout the 18 holes, something that left many of this year’s biggest contenders with the uphill battle of not only conquering the links, but also mother nature.
For those who had the good fortunes of teeing off in the afternoon on Thursday, the climate was less of an issue.
Ryan Fox, who is currently at -8 through two rounds, acknowledged the advantage the later groups had but remained content with his opening two rounds.
“Obviously we got the nice side of the draw, missing out on the rain yesterday morning. Very happy with the two days so far,” said Fox, during a second round press conference.
When Friday’s round began, and the course recovered from the weather, the conditions became more playable and the field was leveled. Fans were saved from the drenched conditions while the players were still able to take advantage of the softer fairways and greens.
More aggressive golf was played and the Caledon crowd showed their support, especially for Canadians.
Richard Lee and Nick Taylor were among those tied for third place going into Saturday, the pair finishing nine-under and only three shots short of the lead. Both of whom benefiting from the improving conditions and hope to carry that same form into the weekend.
The third round of the 2025 Canadian Open at TPC Osprey Valley was due to start at 8 a.m. with Carson Young and Hayden Springer.
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