Ryo Hisatsune (-11) surged into the lead after Round 2 of the WM Phoenix Open with a brilliant 63, highlighted by a six-under stretch across five holes on the back nine. Hideki Matsuyama (-10), a two-time champion at TPC Scottsdale, also impressed with a 64 in the morning wave, tearing through the front nine to briefly hold the lead before Hisatsune’s late charge. Both Japanese stars now sit atop the leaderboard heading into the weekend, setting up an exciting battle. 

Pierceson Coody (-9) and Si Woo Kim (-9) remain close behind after strong second rounds, keeping themselves firmly in contention. Chris Gotterup, the Round 1 leader, cooled off with a modest score but still sits within striking distance. Scottie Scheffler, who struggled on Day 1, clawed his way back inside the cut line, extending his streak of consecutive cuts made to 66. Other names like Michael Thorbjornsen and Matt Fitzpatrick also remain in the mix, ensuring a tightly packed leaderboard. 

With Hisatsune and Matsuyama leading the way, the WM Phoenix Open is shaping up for a thrilling weekend. The Stadium Course at TPC Scottsdale has already produced fireworks, and with several world-class players within a few shots of the lead, Round 3 promises drama, momentum swings, and plenty of excitement for the packed Arizona crowds.