PACIFIC PALISADES – Joaquin Niemann’s career low (126) total set the 36-hole tournament record at The Genesis Invitational while 24-year old Cameron Young’s (62) marked his career-low round on Tour.
Prior to Niemann (126) and Young (128), four players had shot (130) or better for 36 holes at this event since 1992.
Justin Thomas is seeking his 15th PGA Tour title and first since THE PLAYERS Championship in 2021 while 2020 Genesis Invitational champion Adam Scott seeks his second official win at this event (2005 victory is unofficial).
Collin Morikawa can move to World No. 1 with a win if Jon Rahm (T-60/E) finishes outside solo-fourth
Notables to miss the cut include major champions Dustin Johnson, Brooks Koepka, Bubba Watson and Patrick Reed.
The Genesis Invitational | Leaderboard After 36 Holes
Joaquin Niemann 63-63—126 (-16)
Cameron Young 66-62—128 (-14)
Justin Thomas 67-64—131 (-11)
Adam Scott 68-65—133 (-9)
Jordan Spieth 66-67—133 (-9)
Collin Morikawa 67-67—134 (-8)