Scottie Scheffler has achieved remarkable success in golf, winning at prestigious venues like Arnold Palmer’s and the PGA Tour. He continued his winning streak by claiming victory at the Memorial Tournament, Jack Nicklaus’ signature event, marking his fifth win in eight starts and solidifying his position as the top golfer in the world.
Despite the challenging conditions at Muirfield Village, with only five players finishing under par on Sunday, Scheffler managed to hold off Collin Morikawa and Adam Hadwin to secure the win with a final round 74, beating Morikawa by just one stroke.
This win sets Scheffler apart as the first golfer to win five PGA Tour events in a single season since Justin Thomas in 2017, all of which were in significant events like the Masters, the Players Championship, the Arnold Palmer Invitational, the RBC Heritage, and now the Memorial.
Entering Sunday with a four-shot lead, Scheffler faced strong challenges from Morikawa and Hadwin, as the course conditions made scoring difficult. Despite some struggles on the front nine, Scheffler maintained his composure and parred eight straight holes to retain his lead.
In a tense finish, Scheffler had to sink a crucial five-foot putt for par on the 18th hole to secure the victory, leading to an emotional fist pump celebration.
Big win. Big fist pump.
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— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) June 9, 2024
Morikawa, on the other hand, faced another close second-place finish, following a pattern of near misses despite being a two-time major winner. Despite his strong season, he has come up short in crucial moments, finishing behind Scheffler at various events.
With his recent successes, Scheffler is now a 3-to-1 favorite at the upcoming U.S. Open, solidifying his status as a dominant force in the sport.
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