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Scheffler keeps two-shot lead at US PGA

WASHINGTON: Tokyo Olympic champion Xander Schauffele fired a seven-under par 63 to charge within two strokes of top-ranked Scottie Scheffler after Friday's (Saturday in Manila) second round of the US PGA's Tour Championship.

Scheffler, the reigning Masters champion, began the day with a five-stroke lead and stretched his edge as high as eight in the season-ending showdown at East Lake in Atlanta.

Scottie Scheffler of the United States plays his shot from the seventh tee during the second round of the TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club on Friday, Aug. 26, 2022 (August 27 in Manila), in Atlanta, Georgia. AFP PHOTO