Matt Wallace Leads Italian Open Through 54

England's Matt Wallace will attempt to hold off local favorite Francesco Molinari as the Italian Open wraps up on Sunday. Wallace has a two-stroke lead over Molinari and fellow Brit Tyrrell Hatton. "I'd say we're probably only halfway there, halfway done, because Sunday is a different day," Wallace said. "I'm going to go out, fight … Continue reading Matt Wallace Leads Italian Open Through 54

Marcus Fraser’s 62 Leads Italian Open Through 36

Australia's Marcus Fraser erupted for a career-best round of 62 to take a 3-stroke lead halfway through the Italian Open on Friday. The 39-year-old is in search of his fourth European Tour title, the last coming at the Maybank Championship Malaysia in 2016. He's tied for the top spot at 13-under with the UK's Matt … Continue reading Marcus Fraser’s 62 Leads Italian Open Through 36

Franceso Molinari Tied Atop Italian Open Board

Six men shot 64s on Thursday at Day One of the Italian Open, none more impressive than defending champion Francesco Molinari. With enormous crowds on hand to cheer for last year's victorious native son, Molinari recorded nine birdies on his way to finish 7-under. "It's great to see the crowds," Molinari said. "I think there's … Continue reading Franceso Molinari Tied Atop Italian Open Board

Brendan Steele Repeats as Safeway Open Champion

American Brendan Steele fired a 3-under 69 to win the Safeway Open by two strokes, repeating as champion at the tournament. Steele birdied the par 5 16th and 18th holes to finish two strokes ahead of Tony Finau. Chesson Hadley and a reinvigorated Phil Mickelson finished tied for third, three strokes off the lead. It's … Continue reading Brendan Steele Repeats as Safeway Open Champion