Scottie Scheffler Clinches Victory in Memorial Tournament Final Round
World number 1, Scottie Scheffler, showcased a clinical performance on Sunday to successfully defend his Memorial Tournament title. With a composed 2-under-par 70, Scheffler kept the field at bay and secured a commanding four-shot victory over Ben Griffin.
Memorial Tournament Final Round: Scheffler Steady Under Pressure
While the final round tested players with demanding conditions and fast greens, Scheffler remained unshaken. After a cautious front nine, he found his rhythm and made timely birdies that kept his momentum strong throughout the day. This win solidified his status not only as the current world number 1 but also as the favorite heading into the U.S. Open.
Chasing Pack Falls Behind
Ben Griffin, who began the day in striking distance, struggled to find consistency. His round was marked by a pattern of bogeys offset by occasional birdies, resulting in a level-par 72 that wasn’t enough to apply pressure.
Sepp Straka matched Scheffler’s 70 but finished five strokes behind. Meanwhile, Nick Taylor couldn’t keep up the pace either. After a promising tournament, Taylor carded a 73 that included both highs (early birdies) and lows (a back-nine double bogey).
Veterans and Surprises on the Leaderboard
Brandt Snedeker turned back the clock with an impressive 65, the best round of the day. His nine birdies and only one double bogey lifted him 31 spots up the leaderboard to finish T7. Not to be outdone, Ludvig Åberg delivered a bogey-free 66, rising 27 places to secure a T16 finish.
Memorial’s Challenging Layout Shows No Mercy
The Muirfield Village layout once again proved to be a stern test for even the most elite golfers. Several notable names faltered badly during at least one round of the tournament:
- Justin Thomas – 80 on Thursday
- Daniel Berger – 81 on Thursday
- Byeong Hun An – 81 on Friday
- Justin Rose – 81 on Saturday
- Austin Eckroat – 80 on Saturday
Closing Thoughts
As the Memorial Tournament concludes, the attention now shifts to the upcoming U.S. Open. With this dominant victory, Scottie Scheffler sends a strong message to the rest of the field: he’s not just consistent, he’s relentless.
