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Spieth's birdie surge falls short as Kim leads CJ Cup

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Jordan Spieth unleashed a nine‑birdie stretch to finish the second round at 12‑under, pulling within striking distance of leader Si Woo Kim. Kim’s flawless 60 vaulted him to 18‑under, a five‑stroke cushion over the chase pack. Spieth’s surge began at the fourth hole and ran through the twelfth, showcasing iron play. His putting display, especially from 12 feet, proved decisive on the back nine, landing him fourth overall.

Scottie Scheffler posted a 63 in the afternoon pairing with Brooks Koepka, who opened with a 63 of his own and sits at 10‑under. Scheffler’s round kept him five shots off the lead, while Koepka’s 69 left him trailing. Both players remain in contention as the field tightens heading into Sunday, as the title chase intensifies.

Impressive birdie runs from Jordan Spieth and a dominant 60 by Kim have set up a showdown on Sunday, where defending champion Scheffler will aim to defend his title. With Kim holding a five‑stroke advantage, any slip could reshuffle the leaderboard dramatically. Spectators will watch closely as each contender battles the demanding TPC Craig Ranch layout under the Texas summer heat.