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Players share lead at Colonial; Smalley close behind

ESPN Golf • 1 min read • Latest: May 29, 2026, 4:04 AM

Last updated May 29, 2026

Players share lead at Colonial; Smalley close behind

Summary

Lee Hodges, J.J. Spaun, Ryan Gerard, Andrew Putnam, Tom Kim, and Matt McCarty are tied for the lead after the first round at the Colonial. Alex Smalley trails by one stroke following a strong performance, aiming to build on his recent close finish at the PGA. The first round sets the stage for an intense competition as players vie for position heading into the weekend. With a crowded leaderboard, the second round will be crucial for those looking to break away from the pack.

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Key Details

•Six players share the Round 1 lead at Colonial
•Alex Smalley is one stroke back
•The tournament features a packed leaderboard
•Smalley recently finished close at the PGA
•Second round is pivotal for all competitors

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4:04 AMESPN Golf — Smalley in mix as leaderboard packed at Colonial

What they're saying

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Lee Hodges, J.J. Spaun, Ryan Gerard, Andrew Putnam, Tom Kim and Matt McCarty share the Round 1 lead at the Colonial, where Alex Smalley trails by one after his close call at the PGA two weeks ago.
— ESPN Golf

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