The WM Phoenix Open delivered a dramatic final day as the tournament reached its conclusion in Arizona. A packed leaderboard and lively atmosphere accompanied the players throughout Sunday’s round.
The WM Phoenix Open delivered a dramatic final day as the tournament reached its conclusion in Arizona.
A packed leaderboard and lively atmosphere accompanied the players throughout Sunday’s round.
Scottie Scheffler was among those drawing attention as the action unfolded at TPC Scottsdale.
Interest on the course was not limited to the golf itself. Several familiar faces from outside the sport were spotted among the crowds.
Devin Booker and Bijan Robinson spotted following Scottie Scheffler
NBA star Devin Booker and NFL running back Bijan Robinson were seen following Scottie Scheffler during the final round of the WM Phoenix Open.
The two stayed close as Scheffler played through the back nine, making a late push up the leaderboard.
Robinson’s presence carried local significance, with the former Texas standout hailing from Arizona.
Booker also has strong ties to the area, having spent his entire NBA career with the Phoenix Suns.
Their appearance together added a local and crossover element to the final day, drawing attention from fans lining the course.
Booker and Robinson remained with Scheffler’s group as the pressure increased late in the round.
The sight of NBA and NFL stars tracking one of golf’s biggest names added to the buzz around TPC Scottsdale as the tournament reached its decisive moments.
Scottie Scheffler’s late charge falls short at WM Phoenix Open
Scheffler made a push up the leaderboard late in the round and briefly put pressure on the leaders.
A birdie on the 17th hole moved him within one shot as the tournament reached its closing stages.
Scheffler ultimately finished tied for third at 15-under-par, one stroke behind the leaders.
His challenge was hindered by an opening-round 73, which left him playing catch-up for much of the week.
The tournament was decided in a playoff, with Chris Gotterup beating Hideki Matsuyama after extra holes.
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