Andrew Novak Follows 61 With 62, Builds Six-Shot Mexico Open Lead

November 1, 2026

Andrew Novak is on the verge of history at the VidantaWorld Mexico Open after posting back-to-back rounds of 61 and 62, putting him at 23 under par through 54 holes—a tournament record. The 23-year-old golfer, ranked 158th in Strokes Gained: Putting at the start of the season, has made all 37 of his putts from inside 10 feet, a remarkable consistency that has fueled his six-shot lead heading into Sunday.

Novak’s bogey-free performance on Saturday followed a flawless Friday, where his 61 tied the tournament’s 18-hole scoring record, leaving rivals like Matthieu Pavon (17 under) scrambling to catch up. His patience and focus on refining his putting have finally paid off, as he described his approach as simply trusting his process rather than overanalyzing his success.

With a PGA Tour victory already under his belt from the 2025 Zurich Classic of New Orleans, Novak now has a realistic shot at his first solo major win in his 140th career start.