Justin Thomas’s eagle, Rickie Fowler’s low round & surprise leader: Round 2 recap of Zozo Championship

The second round at the Zozo Championship saw significant performances from Seamus Power, Justin Thomas, and Rickie Fowler as they climbed the leaderboard at Accordia Golf Narashino Country Club. Power shot an impressive 8-under 62, which marked the best round of the tournament, while both Thomas and Fowler finished with 6-under 64s.

Despite their strong showing, they are trailing Nico Echavarria, who leads with another 64, making him the tournament’s surprise leader after a rocky season thus far.

By the Numbers
Seamus Power shot 8-under 62, the lowest round of the tournament.
Justin Thomas and Rickie Fowler both carded 6-under 64, with Thomas now tied for second.
Yes, But
Nico Echavarria’s surprising lead comes after a season marked by inconsistency, with only one top-10 finish and three missed cuts in his last four starts, showcasing the unpredictability of golf tournaments. While Thomas and Fowler are showing good form, the duo must maintain consistency to contend for the title.

State of Play
Nico Echavarria leads at 12-under after shooting back-to-back 64s.
Eric Cole sits at 9-under after shooting 67, looking for his first Tour title.
What’s Next
As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on Thomas and Fowler to see if they can capitalize on their momentum and pressure Echavarria in the final rounds. With forecasts indicating favorable conditions, scoring opportunities remain high, potentially allowing for further leaderboard shifts.

Bottom Line
The Zozo Championship is shaping up to be a thrilling contest, with unexpected leads and strong performances. The focus will be on whether established players like Thomas and Fowler can reclaim their winning ways and challenge for the title against the surprising newcomer Echavarria