Power shines bright with impressive 65 to elevate card hopes

Seamus Power’s pursuit of retaining his PGA Tour card remains strong after an impressive 65 during the third round of the RSM Classic. This performance enabled him to tie for seventh place at 15-under par, just four shots behind the tournament leader, Finland’s Sami Valimaki, who sits at 19-under.

Current Standing and FedExCup Implications

Power, who is currently ranked 128th in the FedExCup Fall standings, faces a critical day ahead. To secure full exemption for the next PGA Tour season, he must finish in the top three of this event. The top 100 players will retain their full status, while those finishing between 101 and 125 will have conditional status.

Challenges and Recent Performance

• Power’s performance has struggled, particularly on Sundays, impacting his rankings.
• Last week, he missed a crucial opportunity to improve his standings.
• His round began poorly, starting one-over after four holes.

However, a turning point came when he displayed remarkable skill, recording an eagle on both the fifth and seventh holes. Additionally, a par save on the tenth set the stage for three consecutive birdies starting at the 14th hole, igniting hope for his future on the tour.

Projected Outcomes

With continued strong play, Power may ascend to as high as 113th in the FedExCup Fall standings. Achieving this will require a concerted effort during the final round of the tournament.