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Vegas Fires Final Birdies For 64, Claims Pga Championship Lead

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Jhonattan Vegas delivered an outstanding round at the PGA Championship this Thursday at Quail Hollow. In Charlotte, N.C., the change from several days of rain to clear skies attracted numerous fans eager for exciting golf. Although many had arrived hoping to see famous players like Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, and Xander Schauffele, most had left before Vegas started his display.

Throughout the round, Vegas demonstrated remarkable skill. With a series of reliable par recoveries and timely birdies, especially during the later stages, he finished with a score of 7-under 64. This mark stands as his best performance in his last 45 major tournaments and gives the 40-year-old from Venezuela a two-stroke advantage.

Vegas expressed satisfaction with his performance in a brief comment, noting that shooting such a round in a major is always gratifying. Spectators remain excited about the promising performance as they head into the next rounds. His impressive play has raised expectations for more intense competition in the following sessions.

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