Hovland leads Travelers Championship after challenging third round

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Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Hovland leads Travelers Championship after challenging third round

Summary

Viktor Hovland took a one-stroke lead into the final round of the Travelers Championship, shooting a third-round 64 to reach 20-under par. Scottie Scheffler, who began the day at 16-under, also had a strong showing but bogeyed the 18th hole. The TPC River Highlands played differently due to varying weather conditions, with light rain impacting play in the afternoon. A total of 339 birdies were made throughout the second round, showcasing the ability of top golfers to score low. The final round is set to conclude Sunday.

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By the Numbers

•Viktor Hovland leads at 20-under par after round three.
•Scottie Scheffler bogeyed the 18th hole, finishing at 19-under.
•The course conditions varied significantly throughout the tournament.
•339 birdies were recorded in the second round.
•The final round will conclude Sunday.

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CROMWELL — Golf is a relatively simple game at it’s core. Get the ball from the tee to the hole in as few strokes as possible, that’s about it. The reactions, though, can be complicated. Hundreds of thousands of fans flock to the Travelers Championship each year, cluster around the green, and when you hear the crowd noise swell from a half a mile away you know a ball has dropped into a hole, ...
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