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Justin Thomas exhibited his tenacity and skill on Friday at the Wyndham Championship, as he fought to keep his dreams of making it to the FedEx Cup playoffs alive. It was a make-or-break round for Thomas, and he rose to the occasion with a remarkable performance.

As the Wyndham Championship represents Thomas’ final opportunity to qualify for the FedEx Cup playoffs, he needed to push himself into the top 70 in the golf playoff standings. After posting an even par 70 on Thursday, Thomas tapped into his clutch factor and delivered an outstanding 5-under 65 on Friday, securing his place in the weekend play and tying for 21st.

“I remained patient and stayed focused,” Thomas remarked. “I have always believed that great things are on the horizon, and it’s nice to finally showcase some of my best golf. It sets me up well going into the weekend, and I’m eager to see what I can do.”

During Friday’s round, Thomas found himself below the cut line at one stage. However, he rallied with three birdies in the closing holes, ensuring he finished the day at 5-under. Of particular note was his chip-in on the par-3 16th, which became a pivotal momentum swing and one of the remarkable shots of the day.

Reflecting on the chip-in, Thomas said, “I turned to my caddie and we celebrated. I felt that I truly deserved that break. Although it wasn’t the best 9-iron I’ve hit, it miraculously landed within 12 feet of the hole, completely defying the challenging hole location.”

Interestingly, Thomas received this fortunate break while his playing partner, Shane Lowry, experienced a stroke of misfortune when he putted off the green and settled for a double bogey.

In addition to his exceptional chip-in, Thomas displayed resilience throughout the round, climbing an impressive 48 places on the leaderboard. He registered seven birdies with just two bogeys, and his decision to revert to his old putter seemed to have paid off handsomely, rekindling his winning form as a two-time major champion.

This successful cut at the Wyndham Championship marks Thomas’ first since the Genesis Scottish Open, highlighting the challenges he has faced during a tough summer. Nevertheless, the 30-year-old now finds himself in the driver’s seat, projected to reach No. 75 in the FedEx Cup points, up from his initial position at No. 79.

To secure his place in the playoffs, Thomas will need to finish within the top 18. As the tournament progresses, golf enthusiasts eagerly anticipate witnessing if the talented golfer can maintain his momentum and secure a coveted spot in the FedEx Cup playoffs.

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