Congratulations to Viktor Hovland for becoming the Memorial Tournament 2023 Champion!
Let’s talk about the thrilling action at the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, where Viktor Hovland emerged victorious in a playoff against Denny McCarthy. It was an intense final round at the tough Muirfield Village course in Dublin, Ohio, with the sun baking the course and making it a true test for the players.
Hovland showed nerves of steel as he closed with a 2-under 70, which included a 30-foot birdie on the treacherous 17th hole to force the playoff. He displayed remarkable composure, saving crucial pars and sinking a crucial 7-foot par putt on the 18th during the playoff.
For McCarthy, it was a heartbreaking loss, especially considering his impressive putting skills. The purest putter on the PGA TOUR faced a cruel twist of fate when his 25-foot par putt on the 18th during regulation narrowly missed. In the playoff, his shot from the rough rolled back off the green, ultimately leading to defeat.
The final day saw many players struggling, and even Rory McIlroy, who had a lead on the front nine, faltered with three consecutive bogeys on the back. Scottie Scheffler displayed fantastic tee-to-green performance but had difficulty with his putter, ending up one shot behind the leaders.
In the end, it was Hovland’s consistency and clutch play that secured his fourth PGA TOUR victory, moving him to the No. 5 spot in the world rankings. He may not have had his best ball-striking week, but his ability to break par in all four rounds made him a worthy champion.
Kudos to all the players who battled it out on the challenging Muirfield Village course, providing us with a week of excitement and unforgettable moments!
Now, ready to explore the winner’s outfit as well as the top 3 on the field? Here is all the info:
Champion: Viktor Hovland
Runner Up: Denny McCarthy
3rd Place: Scottie Scheffler
