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Bo Van Pelt ties course record to lead Cologuard Classic
Veteran golfer shoots 9-under 62 to take two-shot lead in Tucson
Mar. 21, 2026 at 12:35am
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Bo Van Pelt tied the course record with a 9-under-par 62 on Friday to take a two-shot lead after the first round of the Cologuard Classic at La Paloma Country Club in Tucson, Arizona. Van Pelt's round included five birdies and an eagle, with his only blemish being a single bogey.
Why it matters
The Cologuard Classic is a popular Champions Tour event, and Van Pelt's record-tying performance puts him in prime position to capture his first victory on the senior circuit. The tournament is played on a composite course at La Paloma, which has hosted the event three times.
The details
Starting on the back nine, Van Pelt had already rolled in five birdies when he eagled the par-5 third hole. He followed that with his lone bogey of the day before rebounding to close with a trio of birdies to match the 62 shot by Stewart Cink in the first round two years ago.
- Bo Van Pelt shot a 9-under 62 on Friday, March 21, 2026 to take the first-round lead.
- The course record of 62 was previously set by Stewart Cink in the first round two years ago.
The players
Bo Van Pelt
A veteran PGA Tour and Champions Tour golfer who is currently leading the Cologuard Classic after the first round.
Stewart Cink
A PGA Tour veteran who previously held the course record of 62 at the Cologuard Classic.
Retief Goosen
A two-time major champion who is currently two shots back of the lead after the first round.
Thongchai Jaidee
A Thai golfer who is also two shots back of the lead after the first round.
Bernhard Langer
The all-time Champions Tour victory leader who is currently tied for third after the opening round.
What’s next
The tournament will continue over the weekend, with the winner being crowned on Sunday.
The takeaway
Bo Van Pelt's impressive opening round has put him in prime position to capture his first Champions Tour victory at the Cologuard Classic. The tournament's unique composite course layout at La Paloma Country Club has provided an exciting challenge for the veteran golfers in the field.
