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Scheffler makes clutch putt to force Monday playoff against Hovland in Travelers Championship
By Doug Ferguson, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 29, 2026
· 4 min read
Scottie Scheffler made an 8-foot par putt on the 18th hole Sunday and pumped his fist with more emotion than he showed all day, just for the right to return Monday at the rain-delayed Travelers Championship to face a sudden-death playoff against Viktor Hovland.The final round was stopped for 90 m...
Key takeaway The final round was stopped for 90 minutes as storms moved over the TPC River Highlands, and officials deemed there was not enough daylight for them to start the playoff.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
For golf fans in Montgomery County, the delayed playoff between Scottie Scheffler and Viktor Hovland at the Travelers Championship is a rare treat, offering an extra day of suspense and competition. As the world's No. 1 player, Scheffler's ability to perform under pressure will be closely watched, particularly after his clutch putt on the 18th hole. The fact that the PGA Tour playoff will extend into a second day for the first time since The Players Championship last year adds to the excitement. Locals who follow Scheffler's career will be eager to see how he fares against Hovland in the sudden-death playoff, and the outcome will undoubtedly be a topic of conversation in Magnolia 's golfing community. With the playoff set to start at 9 a.m. Monday, fans in the area will have a unique opportunity to start their day with a thrilling conclusion to the Travelers Championship.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Scottie Scheffler made an 8-foot par putt on the 18th hole Sunday and pumped his fist with more emotion than he showed all day, just for the right to return Monday at the rain-delayed Travelers Championship to face a sudden-death playoff against Viktor Hovland.The final round was stopped for 90 m...
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