Philip Barbaree Jr. Fires Record 59 at PGA Tour Americas Ottawa Open

Philip Barbaree Jr., a former LSU golfer and current professional, made history by shooting the first sub-60 score in PGA Tour Americas history with a 13-under 59 at the Commissionaires Ottawa Open. His round included 11 birdies and an eagle on the par-5 18th hole, propelling him from 43rd to first place after three rounds and setting a new course record at Eagle Creek Golf Club. Barbaree, who qualified for the 2025 U.S. Open and finished 66th there, entered the tournament ranked 35th in the Fortinet Cup standings and now leads with a score of 20 under. This achievement marks the second 59 in PGA Tour Americas history and the first since the merger of PGA Tour Canada and PGA Tour Latinoamerica, surpassing previous sub-60 rounds on those tours. With seven tournaments remaining in the season, Barbaree aims to finish in the top 10 of the Fortinet Cup to earn a Korn Ferry Tour card. His impressive performance reflects his steady progress as a fourth-year pro and a former U.S. Junior Amateur champion.