PGA Tour Leaderboard: AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am – A Deep Dive
The AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am is underway, and the leaderboard is heating up! Defending champion Rory McIlroy is in contention, but faces a challenge from Akshay Bhatia, who currently leads the pack. This article provides a comprehensive look at the current standings, key player performances, and what to expect as the tournament progresses.
Current Standings (as of February 2nd, 2026)
Here’s a snapshot of the top contenders:
- T1: -20
- T1: -20
- T3: -19
- T3: -19
- T3: -19
- T5: -18
- T5: -18
- T5: -18
- T8: -17
- T8: -17
- T8: -17
- T8: -17
- T8: -17
- T8: -17
- T8: -17
- T15: -16
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Rory McIlroy’s Performance & Outlook
Rory McIlroy, aiming to defend his title, has had a mixed start. While his rounds of 68 and 67 demonstrate his potential, he acknowledges a degree of frustration with missed opportunities. “I got off to a really good start again and then stalled on the back nine again,” McIlroy stated. He feels he could be closer to the lead with a more consistent performance, particularly avoiding costly errors like the three-putts on Thursday.
Despite these setbacks, McIlroy remains optimistic. He’s currently 9 under par, six shots behind Bhatia, and believes a strong start on Saturday could propel him into contention. “It’s very low scoring, it’s soft. Hopefully if I can get off to a good start again tomorrow and pick up a few shots early I’ll be right in the mix,” he said.
The Challenge of Pebble Beach
Pebble Beach is known for its challenging conditions and stunning scenery. The soft greens are contributing to low scores, but precision and consistency are crucial. Players are still shaking off the rust from the offseason, and even seasoned veterans like McIlroy are experiencing uncharacteristic errors.
A Star-Studded Field
The tournament boasts a strong field, with several major champions within striking distance. Keegan Bradley, Hideki Matsuyama, Jordan Spieth, Xander Schauffele, and Tommy Fleetwood are all within six shots of the lead, promising an exciting weekend of golf. The competition is fierce, and any of these players could make a move to the top of the PGA Tour leaderboard.
Stay tuned for further updates as the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am unfolds!
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