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Viktor Hovland wins Travelers in Monday playoff when Scheffler misses short birdie putt
By Doug Ferguson, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 29, 2026
· 5 min read
Viktor Hovland got all the validation he needed Monday that his game was on track again, and a whole lot more.He beat Scottie Scheffler in a playoff at the Travelers Championship, had both parents from Norway watch him win for the first time and even did the “row” with the Norwegian soccer fans w...
Key takeaway “Winning in the playoff against Scottie — best player in the world — that was pretty satisfying,” said Hovland, who won for the first time since the Valspar Championship in March 2025.
Why this matters in The Pearland
While the Travelers Championship may not have been held in Pearland , the excitement of professional golf is still felt in the community, with many residents following the sport and its top players. Viktor Hovland's win over Scottie Scheffler in a playoff is a reminder that golf is a popular recreational activity in Brazoria County, with several courses in the area that attract both locals and visitors. The dramatic finish to the tournament, with Hovland making a 7-foot birdie putt and Scheffler missing a 4-foot birdie putt, will likely be talked about by golf enthusiasts in Pearland, who can appreciate the skill and pressure involved in competing at the highest level. As the PGA Tour continues its schedule, Pearland residents will be keeping an eye on upcoming tournaments, possibly including those in the Houston area, to see if they can catch a glimpse of top golfers like Hovland and Scheffler in action.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Viktor Hovland got all the validation he needed Monday that his game was on track again, and a whole lot more.He beat Scottie Scheffler in a playoff at the Travelers Championship, had both parents from Norway watch him win for the first time and even did the “row” with the Norwegian soccer fans w...
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