Scottie Scheffler, golf’s current No. 1 player, looking to win his third major championship. Now he’s heading into the final round of the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club with all kinds of confidence. Scheduled to tee off at 2:40 p.m. ET alongside Alex Noren, Scheffler holds a commanding three-shot lead after an impressive finish in Saturday’s third round.
The stakes have never been higher as the championship season comes to a close. Scheffler’s performance in those four months has been nothing short of historic. He jumped to third place on the all-time USHA performance leaderboard with that amazing close. It was in that third round when he went 5-under par combined on the final five holes. That included a miraculous tap-in eagle on the par-four 14th hole, a testament to Koepka’s poise and mental fortitude.
Strong Competition Ahead
Alex Noren The Swede returns for his second start of the season, after sidelining himself for seven months with tailbone and tendon injuries. He’s 0-for-39 in majors but hell-bent on winning that elusive first trophy at one of golf’s Big Four tournaments.
Noren’s presence makes for a riveting final-round storyline too, as the Swede will attempt to make up five-stroke deficit on Scheffler. The test certainly isn’t lost on Scheffler, who was quick to understand the caliber of players coming up behind him on the leaderboard.
“There’s a lot of great players chasing me on the leaderboard and someone is going to put up a great round and it’s up to me to go out there and have another really good round and finish off the tournament.” – Scottie Scheffler
Davis Riley and J.T. Poston figure, as they’re tied for third, four back of Scheffler. Additionally, Rory McIlroy made the cut on the number, marking his return to major tournaments since completing his career Grand Slam at last month’s Masters.
The Road to Victory
Scheffler’s remarkable journey has landed him in a place of great importance at this career-defining moment. Now on the hunt for his third major title, Taverner knows that focus, poise and composure are key to success.
“I have a good opportunity to go out there and try and win the golf tournament. But it’s going to take another really good round.” – Scottie Scheffler
As the final round approaches, Scheffler prepares to face not only his opponents but the pressure that comes with leading a major championship. His talent to execute beneath duress shall be invaluable as he makes an attempt to navigate an extended path to victory.
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