Max Homa ignite PGA Championship with a scintillating 6-under-par second round, vaulting up the leaderboard at Valhalla. Starting on the 10th Homa carded a blistering 30 on the back nine highlighted by an eagle on the drivable 14th to finish at 3-under for the tournament two shots off the lead.
Homa’s round showcased precision and resilience. His 307-yard drive on the 347-yard 14th landed softly on the green, setting up a tap-in eagle. “Absolutely roasted,” commentators marveled, noting the shot’s 40-yard cut. Birdies on the 13th and 15th plus a gritty par save from a bunker on the demanding 16th fueled his charge.
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Despite a bogey on the par-3 third, Homa’s steady play on the “Green Mile” stretch—pars on 16, 17, and 18—cemented his brilliant 30 on the back nine.
“Max is red-hot,” said analyst Dave Fleming, praising Homa’s recovery from a challenging season. After five missed cuts from February to April, Homa’s recent work on his backswing and mental approach paid dividends.
A strong Masters finish signaled his resurgence, and Friday’s round, with only one bogey, underscored his renewed confidence. “He’s lived on the range, fighting to turn his game around,” commentators noted.
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Homa’s performance stood out on a day when top players like Hatton, Dambo, and Morikawa also made moves. His ability to navigate Valhalla’s firm, fast greens and daunting holes like the 252-yard par-3 sixth drew praise.
“Anywhere on that green is good,” an analyst said of his center-green tee shot. A near-birdie on the 18th, where his approach spun back, capped a round that earned him “most improved” honors.
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Fans on X buzzed about Homa’s resurgence, with posts like “Max is back!” trending. After a year of struggles, his mental fortitude shone through. “It’s not just physical—it’s belief,” an analyst remarked. With two rounds left, Homa’s sensational play positions him as a serious contender for his first major title.