Harry Hall is chasing the lead in the Sony Open 2025 in Hawaii with a late birdie surge as he comes into the final day just two strokes behind the leader, JJ Spaun, while Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley is lying in wait for a title charge.
With a crowded leaderboard and experienced players like Bradley in the mix, the final round promises an exciting and unpredictable finish.
Harry Hall’s Late Surge Keeps Him in Contention
Harry Hall’s late surge at the Sony Open 2025 in Hawaii has kept him in contention, finishing two strokes behind leader JJ Spaun.
Hall birdied four of his last five holes to post a five-under 65, joining a crowded leaderboard with 15 players within three strokes of the lead. Spaun leads at 13-under after a solid 65, with Stephan Jaeger close behind following a tournament-best 62.
Fifth place goes to Keegan Bradley, Brian Harman, and Hall. A 71 from Denny McCarthy dropped him four shots adrift. Still, the likes of Gary Woodland, Zach Johnson, and Hideki Matsuyama are within reach as the event promises a dramatic final round.
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JJ Spaun Leads in a Packed Leaderboard
J.J. Spaun leads through the third round of the 2025 Sony Open in Hawaii after a 5-under-par 65 brought his total to 13-under 197. He is a shot ahead of Patrick Fishburn, Eric Cole and Stephan Jaeger of Germany, who shot a tournament-best 62.
Spaun reached the turn with five birdies through the first 14 holes, then traded a bogey for a birdie and vice-versa on the final four holes.
An action-packed final round should be in the cards, with six players within three strokes of Spaun’s advantage.
Keegan Bradley and Brian Harman Among the Chasers
Others who were in the running at this Sony Open 2025 in Hawaii include Keegan Bradley and Brian Harman.
Maiden U.S. Ryder Cup captain Bradley ensured a strong performance to birdie his final two holes for a 64, which has put him two shots behind the frontrunners, while 2023 Open Championship winner Harman matched a torrid finish from Kim to complete at 10-under-par.
The final round saw several men in contention for the title with a tightly packed leaderboard. Nick Taylor won in extra time to record his fifth PGA Tour win.
Stephan Jaeger’s Stunning Round of the Week
Stephan Jaeger delivered the round of the week at the Sony Open 2025 in Hawaii with an impressive 8-under-par 62. He poured in nine birdies-his most extended was a thrilling 60-footer that lifted him right into the fray.
Off the tee, the aggressive Jaeger continued with fairway hitting to provide opportunities for short approaches: an improvement that contrasts heavily with the 35th position taken home at his earlier start in the Sentry competition.
His strong performance at Waialae Country Club showcased his potential to compete at the highest level on the PGA Tour.
Veteran Players Still in the Mix for the Title
Veteran players Keegan Bradley and Brian Harman remain strong contenders for the title at the 2025 Sony Open in Hawaii. Bradley, the U.S. Ryder Cup captain, carded a 64 to sit two shots behind the leaders, while Harman, the 2023 Open Championship winner, finished the tournament at 10-under.
The final round featured a tight leaderboard with multiple players in the mix, ultimately seeing Nick Taylor emerge victorious after a dramatic playoff. These performances highlight the continued competitiveness and skill of seasoned golfers on the PGA Tour.
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