Viktor Hovland plays with Scottie Scheffler in Travelers Championship third round
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 1:40 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Viktor Hovland will compete alongside Scottie Scheffler in the final group during day three of the Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands. After two rounds, Hovland is two strokes behind Scheffler, who has shown strong form, particularly with his putting. Hovland expressed excitement about the opportunity to play with the world’s top-ranked player, indicating a return to form with his recent scores of 65 and 61. Both players face the challenge of maintaining their performance as the tournament progresses into the weekend.
- •Hovland fired rounds of 65 and 61, reaching 14-under par.
- •Scheffler leads the tournament with superior ball-striking and putting.
- •Hovland aims to play aggressively to catch Scheffler this weekend.
- •The Travelers Championship is being held at TPC River Highlands.
- •Hovland has struggled with his game over the past two years.
- 1:40 PMYahoo Sports — Viktor Hovland admits how he really feels about having to play with Scottie Scheffler at the Travelers
"Viktor Hovland will be playing in the final group on day three of the Travelers Championship alongside Scottie Scheffler. Hovland has experienced a seriously welcome return to form at the Travelers this week.
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