Michael Block continues hot play, grabs lead at Ally Challenge
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Michael Block carded a seven-under-par 65 on Saturday to secure a two-stroke lead at the Ally Challenge in Grand Blanc, Michigan. Playing on a sponsor exemption at Warwick Hills Golf and Country Club, Block opened his bogey-free second round with an eagle on the par-5 first hole and finished at 13-under 131 overall. He credited his son Ethan, serving as his caddie, with maintaining his composure during the round. Steven Alker matched Block's daily score of 65 to reach 11-under par, sitting alone in second place. Padraig Harrington stands three strokes back at 10-under after shooting a 69. Ricardo Gonzalez and Vaughn Taylor share fourth place at nine-under par. Block, known for his top-15 finish at the 2023 PGA Championship, is seeking his first career victory on the PGA Tour Champions circuit. A top-10 finish this week would qualify him for the upcoming Sanford International and the season-ending Schwab Cup Playoffs.
Timeline
- On May 21, 2023, Michael Block achieved national prominence during PGA Championship play.
- On August 22, 2025, Block secured a strong top-five finish at Rogers Charity.
- On August 29, 2026, tournament organizers commenced the Ally Challenge at Warwick Hills.
- On August 30, 2026, Michael Block shot seven under par for the lead.
- On August 30, 2026, Steven Alker carded sixty-five to claim second place.
- On August 30, 2026, Padraig Harrington finished three strokes back at ten under.
- On August 31, 2026, golfers will compete in the tournament final round.
- On September 18, 2026, successful players may qualify for the Sanford International event.
- On October 2026, qualifiers will advance into the Charles Schwab Cup playoffs.
- On November 2026, the senior circuit season concludes with final playoff events.
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