A rainy, wet day at Torrey Pines Golf Club set a challenging stage for the first round of the 2025 Genesis Invitational. The players faced difficult conditions, resulting in a scoring average exceeding two strokes over par. Scottie Scheffler stood out among the competitors, two strokes behind the leader, Denny McCarthy, who finished with a remarkable score of 4-under 68 after eagling the par-5 18th hole.
“I’m a grindy competitor… I came out with the attitude that I was just going to have fun and try to embrace it as much as I could.”
Translation: I’m a determined competitor… I approached today with the aim of enjoying myself as much as possible.
Scheffler’s performance featured two birdies in his first four holes, establishing an early lead before finishing at 2 under par amidst fluctuating conditions. He continues to reveal his competitive prowess as he aims for his fifth major win over two seasons.
The Leader
- Denny McCarthy (-4): A previous top performer at this challenging venue, he successfully navigates difficult scoring and finds opportunities to excel.
Updated Odds for the 2025 Genesis Invitational
- Scottie Scheffler: 2-1
- Rory McIlroy: 7-1
- Denny McCarthy: 12-1
- Wyndham Clark: 16-1
It remains to be seen how the tournament will unfold as conditions change, but Scheffler’s resilience suggests he will remain a strong contender.
