Jun 12, 2024, 9:42 PM
Jun 9, 2024, 12:00 AM

Scottie Scheffler claims victory at the Memorial Tournament

Highlights
  • Scottie Scheffler secured a victory at the Memorial Tournament after a competitive match with Collin Morikawa.
  • This win marks Scheffler's first tournament victory since his arrest at the PGA Championship.
  • His one-shot victory highlights his resilience and talent in the golfing world.
Story

Scottie Scheffler won the Memorial Tournament by holding off Collin Morikawa. Despite a four-stroke lead heading into the final round, Scheffler struggled and finished 2-over par with three bogeys and one birdie. Morikawa's strong front nine with three birdies brought him back into contention, but a bogey and two pars on the final holes kept him at bay. Adam Hadwin and Christiaan Bezuidenhout finished third and fourth, while Matt Fitzpatrick, Ludvig Aberg, and Sepp Straka tied for fifth. This victory marked Scheffler's 11th PGA Tour win and his fifth since the start of 2024. The 27-year-old had faced charges in Louisville, Kentucky, which were later dropped, describing the incident as a "big misunderstanding." Scheffler expressed relief but acknowledged the lasting impact of the arrest. With this win, Scheffler joins an elite list alongside Tiger Woods and has a shot at surpassing the record for most wins in a season since 1950. His strong performance sets him up well for the upcoming U.S. Open at Pinehurst.

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