Top Golfers Miss Cut at 2025 Players Championship

The first two rounds of the 2025 Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass showcased impressive performances, particularly from Justin Thomas, who rebounded from a 78 to tie the course record with an extraordinary 62, propelling him into contention. Leading the tournament are Min Woo Lee and Akshay Bhatia, both at 11-under, while Rory McIlroy and Collin Morikawa lurk closely behind at 9-under. However, the weekend will see notable absences, as big names like Hideki Matsuyama, Ludvig Åberg, and Justin Rose failed to make the cut, with Matsuyama missing by just one stroke after a poor start. Viktor Hovland and Max Homa also faced early exits, highlighting the challenging conditions of the course. The cut line was set at 1-under, with 72 players advancing to the final rounds amidst gusty winds expected to affect play. As the tournament progresses, the focus shifts to who can capitalize on the favorable scoring conditions and emerge victorious.