Jake Knapp shoots historic 59 at Cognizant Classic

Jake Knapp made history on Thursday by shooting a remarkable 12-under par 59 in the first round of the Cognizant Classic at PGA National, marking the 15th sub-60 round in PGA Tour history. The 30-year-old golfer started strong with five consecutive birdies and finished his bogey-free round with a birdie on the par-five 18th hole after narrowly missing an eagle putt that would have tied the record of 58. Knapp's performance included 12 birdies, and he is currently the clubhouse leader, four strokes ahead of the nearest competitors. This achievement follows his first PGA Tour victory at the 2024 Mexico Open, and it may serve as a significant confidence boost for his career moving forward. The last player to shoot a 59 on the tour was Hayden Springer at the John Deere Classic last year. Knapp's scorecard reflects an impressive mix of skill and precision, reinforcing his status among golf's elite players.