Hovland takes one-shot lead at Tour Championship with 5-under round

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 12:16 AM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Hovland takes one-shot lead at Tour Championship with 5-under round

Summary

Viktor Hovland is currently in the lead at the Tour Championship after shooting a 5-under 65. He made six consecutive putts of 7 feet or longer, showcasing significant skill on the greens. This performance moves him to the top of the leaderboard with a one-shot advantage. The tournament continues as players strive to catch up.

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Key Details

•Hovland shot a 5-under 65 in the third round.
•He made six straight putts of 7 feet or longer.
•He now holds a one-shot lead in the Tour Championship.
•The event is ongoing with other players still competing.

Latest Updates

11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Viktor Hovland’s comments at East Lake prove exactly why the Tour Championship format had to change
12:53 AMESPN Golf — Hovland pulls ahead, up 1 in Tour Championship

What they're saying

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Viktor Hovland leads the Tour Championship heading into the final round on Sunday. Hovland has played some stunning golf so far this week at East Lake, shooting rounds of 64, 66, and 65.
— Yahoo Sports