Jimenez Leads: PGA Champions Major 2024
- AKRON, Ohio - Miguel Angel Jiménez and Steven Alker finished Saturday's round tied for the lead at the Kaulig Companies Championship, a PGA Tour Champions major.
- Jiménez, aiming for his fourth victory this year on the 50-and-over tour, had a strong run with birdies on Nos.
- Alker, who shared the second-round lead, birdied the 17th to catch Jiménez.He then secured par on the 18th after recovering from a missed green.
Miguel Angel Jiménez and Steven Alker are tied for the lead at the Kaulig Companies Championship, a PGA Tour Champions major. Jiménez, seeking his fourth title this year, shot a 66, while Alker carded a 67, both at 8-under. The winner of this PGA Tour Champions event secures a coveted spot in next year’s The Players Championship. Other contenders, including Michael Wright and Freddie jacobson, are close behind, adding to the championship’s excitement. The high stakes and competitive field make this tournament a must-watch for golf enthusiasts. News Directory 3 provides up-to-date coverage on all things golf. With Jiménez in top form, and Alker striving for another title, the final round promises intense drama. Discover what’s next as players prepare for the U.S. Senior Open.
Jiménez and Alker Share Lead at Kaulig Companies Championship
Updated June 24, 2025
AKRON, Ohio - Miguel Angel Jiménez and Steven Alker finished Saturday’s round tied for the lead at the Kaulig Companies Championship, a PGA Tour Champions major. Jiménez carded a 4-under 66, while Alker shot a 67, putting them both at 8-under 202.
Jiménez, aiming for his fourth victory this year on the 50-and-over tour, had a strong run with birdies on Nos. 7-8 and 10-11 at Firestone South. He then bogeyed the 12th before parring the remaining holes. Earlier this year, the Spanish star won the Trophy Hassan II, the Hoag Classic, and the Principal Charity Classic. He boasts 16 career Champions tour wins.
Alker, who shared the second-round lead, birdied the 17th to catch Jiménez.He then secured par on the 18th after recovering from a missed green. The New Zealander previously won the Cologuard Classic, marking his ninth Champions title.
The Mechanic co-leads @KauligChamp 🔥
Tomorrow’s winner qualifies for @THEPLAYERS! pic.twitter.com/LR4SjvEKz1
– PGA TOUR Champions (@ChampionsTour) June 21, 2025
Michael Wright and Freddie Jacobson are tied for third at 6 under. Richard Green trails at 5 under in the Kaulig Companies Championship.
The Kaulig Companies Championship winner will receive an invitation to The Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass next year.
Ángel Cabrera, who secured major wins at the Regions Tradition and the Senior PGA Championship, is currently 2 over after shooting a 73.
What’s next
Following the Kaulig Companies Championship, many players will head to colorado for the U.S. Senior Open.