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Travelers Championship: Scottie Scheffler and Viktor Hovland go to Monday morning playoff after lightning delay
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Key Points:
- The 2026 Travelers Championship will extend into Monday morning with Scottie Scheffler and Viktor Hovland tied at 21-under after 72 holes, leading to a sudden-death playoff starting at 9 a.m. ET on the 18th hole at TPC River Highlands.
- Scheffler forced the playoff by sinking a crucial 9-foot putt to save par on the 18th hole, while Hovland caught up by birdieing the 14th and 15th holes after play resumed following a lightning delay.
- The playoff will be broadcast on Peacock, NBC Sports Network, and Golf Channel.
- Scheffler enters the playoff with a 2-2 PGA Tour playoff record, including a previous Travelers Championship win in 2024, while Hovland is 1-0 in playoffs, having won the 2023 Memorial Tournament.
