Hatton into share of second after hot start on day two at PGA Championship
Bryson hoping to step on the gas
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Bryson DeChambeau is one of our earlier starters today, and will be looking to step on the gas after a level-par round of 71 on Thursday.
Three birdies and three bogeys for the reigning US Open champion, who with his length off the tee should have a serious advantage at Quail Hollow.
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