Austin Smotherman leads in Utah, takes aim at first PGA Tour title

Austin Smotherman had an answer every time someone caught up to him in the Bank of Utah Championship.

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Published: Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 2:41 AM

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Austin Smotherman carded a 6-under 65 to claim a one-stroke lead at the Utah Championship.
Smotherman and second-place Doug Ghim are both seeking their first career PGA Tour victories.
Smotherman reached 23-under 190, matching the event's 72-hole scoring record through three rounds.

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Austin Smotherman fired a 6-under 65 on Saturday to take a one-shot lead into the final round of the Utah Championship at Black Desert Resort. Seeking his first career PGA Tour victory in his 100th start, Smotherman reached 23-under 190, matching the tournament's 72-hole scoring record with 18 holes remaining.

Doug Ghim sits one stroke back in second place after shooting six birdies on the back nine, also chasing his first PGA Tour win. Kevin Streelman, Trace Crowe, and Ben James remain five shots behind the leader.

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