Morikawa and Thomas reflect positively after Travelers Championship finish
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Collin Morikawa and Justin Thomas expressed optimism following their performances at the Travelers Championship in Connecticut. Morikawa shot a final round of 61, finishing at 20-under, while Thomas ended at 14-under after rounds of 68, 66, 65, and 67. Viktor Hovland took the title after defeating Scottie Scheffler in a playoff, with both players finishing at 21-under. Morikawa and Thomas, both dealing with back issues, are gearing up for upcoming events including The Open Championship next month at Royal Birkdale.
- •Collin Morikawa finished tied for second at the Travelers Championship.
- •Justin Thomas tied for 14th after four consistent rounds.
- •Viktor Hovland won the tournament in a playoff against Scottie Scheffler.
- •Morikawa and Thomas are preparing for the Genesis Scottish Open and The Open Championship.
- •Both players have been managing back issues this season.
- 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — Collin Morikawa and Justin Thomas both post messages after finishing at the Travelers Championship
"Collin Morikawa and Justin Thomas are both upbeat after experiencing positive weeks at the Travelers Championship. Morikawa will likely be the happier of the two, having finished on 20-under at TPC River Highlands, just one shot off the champion.
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