WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - Mike Kartrude from Royal Palm Beach, FL birdied half of the holes on the Estate course at PGA National to earn his 6th win worth $1,173. He made two late bogies on 16 and 18 but they didn't make a difference as he had a 4 shot lead entering those holes.
Four players tied for 2nd at 4-under par 67 including Eric Beringer, Ryder Sutcliffe, Jordan Gumberg and Michael Graboyes. They earned $500 each from the $4,875 purse.
Today's event was the first of three 1-day events this week that make up Monday Qualifier Contest #5 presented by Abacoa Colf Club. The professional with the lowest cumulative score for the three events will win a $1k bonus to compete in a Monday Qualifier. Here is how we stand after day 1.