The 2021 champion had been a picture of consistency at the famous venue, carding four rounds in the 60s, including a career-best seven straight birdies
Lee Hodges totalled 20-under 193 to break the tournament 54-hole mark of 195 set last year by Scott Piercy. Hodges led at 8-under after the first round and a record 15 under after the second.
Si Woo Kim produced a stunning 1-up victory over World No. 7, Justin Thomas, in the top match at Quail Hollow Club and his success was emulated by Im's 1-up triumph over Cameron Young and Lee's 3 and 1 domination of Billy Horschel.