Scottie Scheffler Wins Masters Golf Tournament
Scheffler's Victory
Scottie Scheffler won the Masters Golf Tournament on Monday, April 15, 2023. The 27-year-old Texan dominated a back nine charge to secure his first major championship. Scheffler, who started the day with a three-shot lead, shot a final round 71 to finish at 10-under par, three shots ahead of Rory McIlroy. Scheffler's victory at Augusta National is the culmination of a remarkable rise for the former world number one, who has now won four PGA Tour events in the past six months.
Scheffler's Dominance
Scheffler was in control of the tournament from the start. He opened with a 69 and followed it up with rounds of 67 and 68 to build a three-shot lead heading into the final round. Scheffler's lead was never seriously threatened on Monday, as he played a steady and consistent round to seal the victory. Scheffler's win is a big boost for the American, who is now the clear favorite to win this year's PGA Championship.
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