Tiger Woods Masters cut fight, Max Homa leads - Westmeath Independent

Tiger Woods fights to make Masters cut while Max Homa leads. Spieth faces disaster, Harman struggles in windy Augusta.

Tiger Woods is facing a challenging battle to secure a spot in the Masters cut, as Max Homa takes the lead in Augusta. The legendary golfer, aiming for a record 24th consecutive cut, navigated a windswept day at Augusta National. Woods, among 27 players unable to finish their first rounds due to weather delays, managed to stay one under par through 13 holes.

Resuming play on Friday morning, Woods encountered some struggles, including a bogey on the 14th hole and a missed birdie opportunity on the 16th and 17th. Despite these setbacks, he finished his first round with a score of 73. With little time to rest, Woods quickly jumped into his second round, showcasing a mix of bogeys and birdies to stay just above the projected cut line at one over par.

Meanwhile, his playing partner Max Homa surged ahead to claim the outright lead after an early stumble from Bryson DeChambeau. Homa's steady play, including birdies on the second and fourth holes, propelled him to seven under par. On the other hand, former champion Jordan Spieth faced challenges, including a quadruple-bogey nine on the 15th hole, putting him at risk of missing the cut for only the second time in his Masters career.

As the tournament unfolds, the competition remains fierce, with unexpected twists and turns for players like Brian Harman, who struggled with a poor finish in his opening round. The Masters continues to be a test of skill and resilience for golfers like Woods, as they strive to make their mark on the leaderboard amidst unpredictable conditions at Augusta National.