Justin Rose shoots 65, moves close to leaders at Tour Championship
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Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Justin Rose finished with a score of 65 in the second round of the Tour Championship on August 29, 2026. He recorded five birdies and is now at seven under par, just three strokes behind leaders Ryan Gerard and Viktor Hovland, who are both at 10 under. Rose's performance included birdies at several key holes, making him a strong contender as the tournament progresses. Fellow competitor Matt Fitzpatrick also sits at seven under after posting a 67, while Rory McIlroy currently ranks tied for 23rd at three under with a 69.
- •Rose's 65 included five birdies and no bogeys.
- •He sits three shots behind leaders Gerard and Hovland.
- •Matt Fitzpatrick joined Rose at seven under after a 67.
- •Rory McIlroy is seven shots off the lead at three under.
- •Cameron Young scored a 62, improving to eight under.
- 8:02 AMYahoo Sports — Justin Rose moves into contention after superb second round at Tour Championship
"The Englishman fired five birdies in a blemish-free round to move to seven under, three adrift of leaders Ryan Gerard and Viktor Hovland
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