Justin Thomas was in full flight at Harbour Town Golf Links on Thursday, putting on a birdie blitz that had the golf world buzzing. The two-time major champion fired an electrifying 10-under 61, tying the course record and reminding everyone just how dangerous he can be when his game clicks.
Thomas was locked in from the very first hole, pouring in birdies at a staggering pace — 11 in total for the round. The putter was hot, the irons were sharp, and the leaderboard kept shifting as JT climbed to the top.
But the storybook ending slipped away on the 18th green.
Standing over a 7-foot birdie putt for a new Harbour Town course record, Thomas gave it a confident stroke — only to watch the ball slide past the edge. A sigh, a smile, and a small shake of the head told the story: it was a day of brilliance, just shy of perfection.
“It was one of those days where everything felt easy,” Thomas said afterward. “I hit it great, made a bunch of putts, and gave myself a real shot at history. That last one stings a little, but it was still a special round.”
With this performance, Thomas not only put himself in prime position for the weekend but also sent a clear message: his game is peaking at just the right time.
One putt away from history — but a round to remember.