Jake Knapp, a California native is currently at -19 with a 4 shot lead. The golfer has been making headlines recently and is known for his impressive performance at the Mexico Open, held at Vidanta Vallarta, where he built this significant lead.

Knapp began his professional career in 2016 after graduating and has since won three professional tournaments, although he is still seeking his first PGA Tour victory. At 29 years old, he’s a rookie on the PGA Tour and has had notable finishes, including a T-3 at the Farmers Insurance Open. Interestingly, before his golf career took off, Knapp worked as a bouncer at a nightclub. He played collegiate golf for the UCLA Bruins men’s golf team before turning professional. During his final year of high school, Knapp achieved a score of 61 at a U.S. Open local qualifying round in Newport Beach, California.

Jake Knapp is currently sitting at -19 in the 2024 Mexico Open. With Knapp’s front nine 7-under 28 marking the lowest nine-hole score in the tournament’s history.
The final round is sure to be thrilling as Knapp aims to secure his first PGA Tour victory!