Scottie Scheffler debuted a new claw putting grip during the tournament, finishing the first round with a score of 5-under 67, three shots behind leader Cameron Young.

Cameron Young, who led after the first round, struggled in his second round with a 3-over 75, dropping to a tie for 10th overall.

Young's strong first-round performance included a bogey-free round, which he attributed to focusing on his short game and fundamentals.

Justin Thomas, competing for the first time since the birth of his daughter, shot a 6-under 66, tying for second place with Akshay Bhatia, who also had a strong round.

Overall, the tournament has provided players an opportunity to experiment with techniques and equipment, with only four players failing to break par in the first round.

Patrick Cantlay joined Scheffler at 67, along with Ludvig Aberg, Akshay Bhatia, and Sahith Theegala, all performing well under favorable conditions.

The event offers Official World Golf Ranking points for participants, adding to its competitive significance.

Young is viewed as the best active player without a PGA Tour victory and is treating this tournament as the beginning of a new season.

The 2024 Hero World Challenge is currently underway at Albany Golf Club in the Bahamas, with the second round starting today.

Tiger Woods, the tournament host, is not competing this week due to ongoing injury issues but remains a significant presence in the golf community.

Weather conditions are expected to worsen over the weekend, with winds forecasted to reach up to 25 MPH, potentially complicating play.

Cantlay, amidst discussions about Ryder Cup compensation, emphasized his focus on representing his country rather than financial matters.