Brooks Koepka's Putter Heats Up as Smotherman Extends Lead in Round 2

Brooks Koepka's putting has been a key factor in his rise up the leaderboard at the 2026 Cognizant Classic. The Texas native's short game has been on point, allowing him to chip and pitch his way out of trouble and gain valuable strokes.

Meanwhile, Austin Smotherman has taken advantage of the field's early moves to extend his lead in Round 2. Other notable players, including Moving Day, have also cleared paths toward the top, but Smotherman's consistency keeps him in front.