Viktor Hovland Battles Scottie Scheffler in Travelers Playoff Showdown

**Viktor Hovland** and **Scottie Scheffler** will tee off together in a sudden‑death playoff on Monday, June 29, 2026, at 9 a.m. ET after tying at 21‑under after the final round of the Travelers Championship.

A weather delay on Sunday forced the tournament to finish late, and darkness halted play just as Hovland and Scheffler finished their rounds tied atop the leaderboard. The PGA Tour announced on June 28 that the two would return Monday to replay hole 18 until a winner emerges.

The format is simple: both players will play the par‑5 18th hole repeatedly until one posts a lower score. The hole will be replayed in its entirety each time, giving each golfer a fresh chance to clinch the title. Hovland enters the showdown with a 1‑0 playoff record, while Scheffler sits at 2‑2.

A victory would give Hovland his first Travelers Championship win and add a second PGA Tour title to his résumé. The Norwegian has already shown resilience, climbing from behind after the delay to catch Scheffler and overtake Collin Morikawa on the final day. A win would also boost his FedExCup standing as the season heads into its final stretch.

Speaking to reporters on June 27, Hovland highlighted the "mutual respect" he shares with Scheffler, noting that both players push each other to hit better shots. He added that the vibe between them on the course feels supportive, even as they battle for the trophy.

Both players have birdie‑rich games on the long 18th, so a sudden‑death could end on the first replay. However, the hole’s length and water hazard mean a mis‑hit could force a second or third attempt. Fans watching on Golf Channel, Peacock, and NBC Sports Network will see each swing in real time.

The Travelers Championship marks the PGA Tour’s sixth playoff of the season. With the U.S. Open just weeks earlier, Scheffler described the event as a calmer stop for his family, while Hovland sees it as a chance to prove his consistency on a challenging course.

The drama will unfold at the TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut, where the 18th hole has decided many titles. Hovland’s steady play and Scheffler’s power will clash under the early‑morning light, and the winner will walk away with a coveted PGA Tour trophy and a sizable prize purse.