Memorial Tournament Third Round Suspended Due to Weather

Severe weather has disrupted the third round of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday in Dublin, Ohio. Play was officially suspended at 11:16 a.m. ET after a band of severe thunderstorms swept through the Greater Columbus area.

Impact on Player Progress and Scheduling

The suspension occurred early in the third round, halting play for those already on the course. Justin Thomas, who was playing in the first group off, had completed 12 holes at the time the weather forced a stop.

The delay is also impacting players scheduled for later starts. The final pairing of J.T. Poston and Ryan Gerard, originally slated to tee off at 1:40 p.m., will now be delayed.

Did You Know? The third round of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday was suspended specifically at 11:16 a.m. ET due to inclement weather.

Forecast and Timing Constraints

The official PGA TOUR forecast indicated that a cluster of thunderstorms would impact Dublin on Saturday. While the first round of storms was forecast between 9 a.m. And noon, additional thunderstorm development is expected after 5 p.m.

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The outlook suggests that additional severe weather could be possible in the evening. With the expected sunset in the area occurring at 8:58 p.m., the available window to resume and complete play may be constrained.

Expert Insight: Samantha Carter notes that the timing of these weather windows—with storms forecast both in the morning and late afternoon—creates a significant logistical challenge. The gap between the noon and 5 p.m. Windows may be the only viable opportunity to advance the field before sunset.

Frequently Asked Questions

At what time was play suspended during the third round?
Play was suspended at 11:16 a.m. ET.

Which players in the final pairing are affected by the delay?
J.T. Poston and Ryan Gerard, who were scheduled to tee off at 1:40 p.m., will be delayed.

What does the weather forecast indicate for later on Saturday?
Thunderstorm development is expected after 5 p.m., with the possibility of additional severe weather in the evening.

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