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J.T. Poston leads Memorial Tournament with 65 in windy conditions

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Last updated Jun 7, 2026

J.T. Poston leads Memorial Tournament with 65 in windy conditions
Summary

J.T. Poston shot a 7-under 65 to top the leaderboard after the second round of the 2026 Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village Golf Club. Despite challenging gusts reaching up to 17 mph, Poston achieved eight birdies, finishing the front nine at 5-under. He holds a one-shot lead over Ryan Gerard, who is at 8 under after a 3-under 69. Sam Burns trails at 6 under. Poston used a new Titleist golf ball designed for windy conditions, which he credited for his success. The tournament remains ongoing as players compete for the title.

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By the Numbers
  • •Poston leads with a total of 9-under after two rounds.
  • •Ryan Gerard is in second place at 8 under.
  • •Sam Burns is third at 6 under.
  • •Gusty winds impacted players throughout the round.
  • •Poston recorded eight birdies and only one bogey.
Latest Updates
  • 12:21 AMESPN — Poston caps marathon day with Memorial triumph
  • 12:45 AMESPN Golf — Poston handles wind for 65, lead at Memorial
  • 11:41 PMYahoo Sports — After two rounds, J.T. Poston delivering as the Memorial's 'Postman'
  • 11:37 PMYahoo Sports — J.T. Poston handles the wind at Memorial for low round of tournament and the lead
  • 10:55 PMYahoo Sports — J.T. Poston masters windy conditions to lead Memorial Tournament
  • 10:53 PMYahoo Sports — J.T. Poston fires 65 in windy conditions, takes 36-hole lead at Memorial Tournament
What they're saying
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J.T. Poston had eight birdies in a round of 7-under 65 Friday, a score best measured by the fact he was nine shots better than the field average, enough for a one-shot lead over Ryan Gerard going into the weekend at Muirfield Village.

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J.T. Poston made a 7-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole to salvage an even-par 72 and force a playoff with Ryan Gerard, and then won the Memorial on the second extra hole when Gerard missed a 6-foot par putt.

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J.T. Poston knew he was in for a long and windy day at the Memorial. He also was eager to try a golf ball geared toward helping him in the wind.

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