30 Oct 2021 Butterfield Bermuda Championship Tee Shots from Saturday
Southampton, Bermuda (October 30, 2021) — The 2021 Butterfield Bermuda Championship will conclude tomorrow with the Championship Round Fueled by Rubis. Tee times will start at 7:45 a.m. with golfers teeing off from both Hole #1 and #10. Play is estimated to end at 2:45 p.m. with the closing ceremony taking place on the 18th green. All hospitality areas will be open for ticketholders and, weather-permitting, the venues will remain open to patrons after play until 4:00 p.m.
Making His Mark
Taylor Pendrith (-17) has a three-stroke lead heading into the Championship Round Fueled by Rubis. Pendrith shot a third round 65 to tie the tournament record for low 54-hole score, set by Harry Higgs in 2019. Add his course and tourney-record 61 yesterday to it and Pendrith now owns the lowest back-to-back rounds score as well at 126, besting the mark of 129 set by Brendon Todd in 2019.
Chasing the Leader
Danny Lee (-14) is three strokes back at 199 while Lucas Herbert (-13) is four back of the leader. Patrick Rodgers (-12) and Vincent Whaley (-12) are five shots back at -12.
Not Giving Back the Trophy Yet
Defending champion Brian Gay (-7) posted the low round of the day, matching Ben Kohles as each carded a 64. Gay, who made the cut at even par, had a bogey-free round with seven birdies.
Tickets are Sold Out, No Tickets Available at the Gate
The tournament is officially sold out. All spectators, regardless of age, must have a ticket to access the grounds of Port Royal Golf Course. There are no tickets sold at the gate.
SafeKey for Entry
The public is reminded that the Butterfield Bermuda Championship is operating as a SafeKey event. All spectators 2 years of age and older should be prepared to provide proof of SafeKey and a valid government-issued ID for entry. To reduce wait time and queues, have both the SafeKey, either printed or open on a mobile device, and identification in hand. It is the responsibility of spectators to ensure they have a valid SafeKey downloaded or printed before arrival. Full details can be found at www.gov.bm/safekey or by calling the COVID hotline at (441) 444-2498.
Clear Bag Policy in Effect
Certain items are restricted at PGA TOUR events, such as large bags and backpacks. Bags and purses must be smaller than 6” x 6”. Clear bags measuring 12” x 6” x 12” or less will be permitted. Please note, the tournament does not provide a “bag check” facility so plan accordingly.