Scottie Scheffler and Viktor Hovland head to sudden death at Travelers Championship

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Scottie Scheffler and Viktor Hovland head to sudden death at Travelers Championship
Summary

Scottie Scheffler and Viktor Hovland are set for a Monday morning sudden death playoff at the Travelers Championship in Cromwell, Connecticut. After 72 holes, both players finished tied at 21 under par. Scheffler made a crucial par putt on the 18th green to extend the competition. Hovland, who tied after birdies on the 15th and 16th holes, expressed confidence going into the playoff, while Scheffler aims to secure a level of dominance in the sport. The championship atmosphere was charged, bolstered by a dedicated crowd that remained despite inclement weather during the final round.

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  • Scheffler and Hovland tied at 21 under par after 72 holes.
  • Crowd support remained strong despite rain delays.
  • Hovland birdied 15 and 16 to catch Scheffler.
  • Scheffler's par putt on 18 forced the playoff.
  • Both players seek to regain momentum and confidence.
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  • 2:20 AMYahoo SportsScottie Scheffler, Viktor Hovland set for Monday playoff at Travelers
  • 1:26 AMYahoo SportsScottie Scheffler, Viktor Hovland set for Monday morning sudden death at the Travelers Championship
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Scottie Scheffler, Viktor Hovland set for Monday morning sudden death at the Travelers Championship

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The Travelers Championship will be decided in a playoff on Monday morning

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