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Chandler Blanchet posts 62 to lead Butterfield Bermuda Championship

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Last updated Oct 22, 2026

Chandler Blanchet posts 62 to lead Butterfield Bermuda Championship

Summary

Chandler Blanchet recorded a season-best 9-under 62 to take the lead after the first round of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship on October 22 in Southampton, Bermuda. His round included two eagles and six birdies, with his only bogey occurring on the par-4 fourth hole. Blanchet is currently one shot ahead of Ben Kohles, Corey Conners, Danny Walker, and Ben Silverman. Kohles had a standout performance, making six consecutive birdies during his round. The competition features only five tournaments remaining in the season, adding pressure for players to secure their standings for the next year.

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By the Numbers

•Chandler Blanchet leads with a score of 62 after round one.
•Blanchet made two eagles and six birdies during the round.
•He holds a one-shot advantage over several notable players.
•The tournament is critical for players seeking FedEx Cup points.
•Conditions during the round were favorable with mild winds.

Latest Updates

12:29 AMESPN Golf — Blanchet rides pair of eagles to first-round lead in Bermuda Championship
10:30 PMYahoo Sports — Chandler Blanchet rides a pair of eagles to a season-best 62 and the lead in Bermuda

What they're saying

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SOUTHAMPTON, Bermuda (AP) — Chandler Blanchet made a pair of eagles, one from 50 feet and the other from 5 feet, to post his best score of the year — a 9-under 62 — and hold a one-shot lead after the first round of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship.Blanchet, whose best finish this season was on another island in the Puerto Rico Open, added six birdies to his round.
— Yahoo Sports