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Viktor Hovland wins Travelers Championship in playoff against Scottie Scheffler

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Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Viktor Hovland wins Travelers Championship in playoff against Scottie Scheffler
Summary

Viktor Hovland won the Travelers Championship, beating Scottie Scheffler in a playoff on June 29. After a rain delay delayed the conclusion to Monday morning, Hovland secured victory with a birdie on the first hole of the playoff. During the tournament, he had a one-shot lead entering the final round, and both golfers exchanged birdies and bogeys before heading to the playoff. Hovland celebrated his win with Norwegian fans by participating in the Viking Row tradition, reflecting his pride in the support from his home country.

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  • •Hovland beat Scheffler in a playoff after a rain delay.
  • •The playoff took place on June 29 after the final round was pushed back.
  • •Hovland had a one-shot lead entering the final round.
  • •He celebrated with fans by doing Norway's Viking Row tradition.
  • •Hovland cited fan support as crucial to his victory.
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  • 6:08 PMYahoo Sports — Viktor Hovland Joins Wild Norway Fans for Viking Row After Winning Travelers Championship
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The Norwegian golfer beat Scottie Scheffler on the first hole of a playoff that was pushed to Monday morning

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