Rory McIlroy sits one shot behind co-leaders Marco Penge and Jacob Bridgeman at the halfway mark of The Genesis Invitational, while Scottie Scheffler extends his historic cut streak to 68 tournaments. McIlroy carded a bogey-free 65, featuring four birdies and an eagle, but trails the leaders' seven-under 65 performances. Penge, whose wife is expecting their second child, mixed consistency with aggressive play, while Bridgeman's eagle and seven birdies solidified his tie for first.

Scheffler, the world No. 1, rallied from a precarious position to make the cut, securing his 68th consecutive tournament finish—a PGA Tour record. The Riviera Country Club course's forgiving layout allowed McIlroy to recover from loose shots, though he remains focused on closing the gap. With Xander Schauffele and Adam Scott in joint fourth, the weekend's final round promises high drama as Scheffler's dominance and McIlroy's pursuit of a season title collide.