Sat Mar 15 19:20:00 UTC 2025: **Justin Thomas Shoots Record-Tying 62 at THE PLAYERS Championship After Opening Round Disappointment**

PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. – Justin Thomas rebounded spectacularly from a disastrous opening round at THE PLAYERS Championship, carding a record-tying 10-under 62 on Friday. His 11 birdies, the most in a single round in PLAYERS Championship history, erased a frustrating Thursday performance where he shot a 78.

Thomas’s round matched Tom Hoge’s course record set earlier this year. The dramatic turnaround saw him improve by 16 strokes, comfortably making the cut and putting him in contention for the weekend. While seven strokes behind co-leaders Min Woo Lee and Akshay Bhatia, Thomas expressed confidence, attributing his Friday success to a shift in mindset after a brutally honest self-assessment following Thursday’s round.

“That was one of the best rounds I’ve played,” Thomas stated, acknowledging his Thursday performance was “absolutely terrible.” He credited his wife, Jill, for her support in helping him regain his positive mental approach.

Thomas’s round was particularly impressive considering his nine-hole stretch on Thursday where he was 10-over. He then played his next 19 holes at 13-under, showcasing the volatile nature of the game and his exceptional ability to string together birdies. This marked his 13th round of 62 or better on the PGA Tour since 2015, the most by any player during that span.

Despite a final-hole bogey on Friday, Thomas secured a place in PLAYERS history alongside Hoge. He reflected on the experience, noting that letting go of outcome-based thinking allowed him to play freely and achieve this remarkable score. The weekend forecast predicts higher winds, presenting a new challenge for the leaders and Thomas alike.

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