Chris Kirk’s last PGA Tour win came 2,791 days ago (nearly eight years). He’s looking to end that drought this weekend.
Thanks to rounds of 64-65, aided by just two bogeys through 36 holes, Kirk holds the outright lead with two days left.
“I’ve felt good about the way my swing has been this week. I’ve driven the ball for the most part really well,” Kirk said after his round. “Hit a lot of really quality irons shots and wedge shots. Didn’t quite make as many putts today as yesterday maybe, but I feel like I’m rolling the ball really nicely. I’m hitting my lines. My speed has been pretty good. Just more of the same recipe.”
He was also asked about his long journey from battling depression and alcoholism to where he is now.
Chris Kirk overcame alcohol abuse and depression to battle his way back to the TOUR.
He takes the solo lead into the weekend @SonyOpenHawaii searching for his first win in nearly 8 years. pic.twitter.com/kGiTlyElTg
— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) January 14, 2023
Now that’s an easy guy to root for.
He’ll play with Montgomery in the final group on Saturday.
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