Michael Block leads Ally Challenge with new 36-hole record

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Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Michael Block leads Ally Challenge with new 36-hole record
Summary

Michael Block shot a bogey-free 65 on Saturday to top the leaderboard at the Ally Challenge in Grand Blanc, Michigan. He finished the second round with a total score of 13-under through 36 holes, setting a new 36-hole record for the event. Block's performance has garnered significant attention as he looks for his first victory on the PGA Tour Champions. He aims to secure a win on Sunday, which would also boost his standing in the Charles Schwab Cup rankings. Fans showed their support as he celebrated key moments throughout the round.

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  • Block is currently 13-under with 18 holes left to play.
  • He opened with a 66 on Friday, then followed with a 65.
  • Fans reacted enthusiastically to his performance at Warwick Hills.
  • Block credited his son for helping him maintain focus during the round.
  • This tournament marks his chance to achieve a historic first PGA Tour Champions victory.
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  • 4:08 PMYahoo SportsMichael Block's 36-Hole Record at $2.2 Million PGA Tour Event Leaves Golf World Impressed
What they're saying
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At 50, Michael Block has never won on the PGA Tour Champions. Sunday at Warwick Hills, he has 18 holes to change that — and a 36-hole record to prove he belongs.

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