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A new record for Durant

Joe Durant created a first in PGA history by finishing his fourth round in 66 putting his score for 72 holes at 29 under par. This beat the previous record set earlier this year by Mark Calcavecchia at 28 under par with a winning 256 at the Phoenix Open.

Durant's six-under-par 66 on day four of the 90-hole Bob Hope Classic in California, gave him a five-shot lead which if he maintains his 4 round standard will be hard to catch.

"I'm very pleased to have made the record," said Durant, who had already recorded rounds of 65, 61 and 67.

"You get lost in things this week. You just keep trying to make birdies. I just kept plugging out there, trying to take advantage of my chances."

Durant is seeking his first PGA title since winningthe 1998 Western Open.

Almost overshadowing Durant's achievement was the 71 returned by Arnold Palmer. One of the few rounds where a player equals or beats his own age. The 71 year old Palmer was delighted at his score and the way he had palyed.

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