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Hovland leads Tour Championship as Scheffler pursues in Atlanta

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Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Hovland leads Tour Championship as Scheffler pursues in Atlanta

Summary

Viktor Hovland shares the lead at the Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club with Ryan Gerard, both at 10 under par. Scottie Scheffler trails them by two strokes after a three-under 67. Collin Morikawa and Chris Gotterup sit one stroke back. Rory McIlroy's chances diminish after a double-bogey early in his round. The weekend rounds will continue live on Sky Sports.

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Key Details

•Hovland and Gerard at 10 under par lead the event.
•Scheffler is two strokes back at eight under.
•Morikawa and Gotterup are one back at nine under.
•McIlroy struggles to stay in contention after a double-bogey.
•Live coverage continues through the weekend.

What they're saying

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Viktor Hovland holds a share of the lead at the halfway stage of the PGA Tour's season-ending Tour Championship, with Scottie Scheffler firmly in FedExCup contention.
— Sky Sports