Rookie Davis Thompson leads Jon Rahm by two shots after two rounds at the American Express

PGA Tour rookie Davis Thompson has been dialed in.

After a 10-under 62 at La Quinta Country Club on Thursday, the PGA Tour rookie followed that up with an 8-under 64 on Friday, putting him at 18-under for the tournament.

Thompson's had a historic two rounds in the desert, making five eagles through 36 holes, which ties a PGA Tour record.

The 23-year-old, in just his 7th start on the PGA Tour, carries a two shot lead heading to the weekend.

Dude has been dialed all week. We'll see if he can hang on with Rahm right behind him, just two off the pace. https://t.co/ly24ILI3U4

— Blake Arthur (@BlakeArthur24) January 21, 2023

However, red-hot Jon Rahm is right behind him in solo 2nd at 16-under par.

Rahm is coming off a win in Maui two weeks ago and has been playing high level golf to start the year. The World No. 4 and eight-time PGA TOUR winner, including 2021 U.S. Open and 2018 The American Express.

Stay with Sports Director Blake Arthur and Bailey Arredondo for continuing coverage throughout the week.

Reminder: Since this is a Pro-Am event with three golf courses, the cut will not be made until the completion of third round play on Saturday.