Scottie Scheffler and Viktor Hovland will face off in a sudden-death playoff Monday at the Travelers Championship after finishing regulation tied at 21-under par. The playoff, scheduled for 9 a.m. ET on the par-4 18th hole, was necessitated by rain delays and darkness that halted play Sunday. The winner will be determined in sudden-death format, with the first player to win a hole claiming victory.
Scheffler, the world No. 1, has not won since January at The American Express, though he has compiled eight top-five finishes this season, including runner-up finishes at the Masters and U.S. Open. Hovland, meanwhile, has been a consistent challenger, holding a one-shot lead over Scheffler heading into the final round after a strong third round that included a closing birdie on the 18th hole.
The playoff marks the latest chapter in a season-long duel between the two stars. Hovland has been vocal about the competitive nature of the tournament, noting that while he and Scheffler have separated themselves from the field, low scores could still shift the outcome. Meanwhile, Norwegian fans have been a visible presence at the event, cheering Hovland with chants and celebrations reminiscent of their World Cup support.
The playoff will be the first Monday finish in Travelers Championship history, adding to the rarity of the event. Both players will have to wait until Monday to determine the winner, with Scheffler seeking to end his five-month winless streak and Hovland aiming to defeat the top-ranked golfer in the world.