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Viktor Hovland wins Travelers in Monday playoff when Scheffler misses short birdie putt
Summary by Tomball News Editorial Desk Doug Ferguson, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the tournament and Hovland's win can be found through local news sources, including KPRC 2 and Click2Houston.
A notable golf tournament has concluded with a playoff win for Viktor Hovland. He claimed victory at the Travelers Championship, defeating Scottie Scheffler. The win marked a significant moment for Hovland, with both of his parents from Norway in attendance to witness his success.
The playoff was decided when Scheffler missed a short birdie putt, securing the win for Hovland. This victory appears to be a validation of Hovland's game being back on track. Further details about the tournament and Hovland's win can be found through local news sources, including KPRC 2 and Click2Houston.
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Category: local Published: June 29, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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