The Cognizant Classic is heating up as Shane Lowry and Seamus Power prepare for the weekend. With Lowry in a tie for sixth and Power a stroke further back, both Irish golfers are in solid positions. Lowry's round of 67 included birdies on the second, third, ninth, and tenth holes, while Power's 67 featured birdies on the first, eighth, 10th, 11th, and 13th. However, the American Austin Smotherman leads the way with a three-stroke advantage, having followed his opening 62 with a two-under 69. Smotherman, who is in fine position for his first win on the PGA Tour, credits his success to playing 'Austin Smotherman golf' - simple and boring, but effective. The Canadian AJ Ewart had the round of the day with a 64, powering him to seven under for the week. As the weekend approaches, the competition is heating up, and the golfers are ready to take on the challenges ahead.
