Viktor Hovland Takes On Scottie Scheffler Sunday in PGA Playoff

**Viktor Hovland** will tee off against world No.1 **Scottie Scheffler** this Sunday, yet the Norwegian star says the real battle will be with the field behind the leader.

On Sunday, Hovland steps onto the course to play Scheffler in the final round of the tournament. The matchup pits the 2023 Masters champion against the 2024 U.S. Open winner, creating a headline‑grabbing duel.

Hovland explained that while the media will focus on the Scheffler showdown, his primary focus is the players sitting just a few strokes back. He noted that a surge from the pack could force a sudden‑death playoff, something he wants to avoid.

At the start of the round, Scheffler held a two‑stroke lead, with Hovland sitting three shots behind. The Norwegian plans to play aggressively on the back nine, targeting birdie opportunities on the par‑5s to close the gap.

A strong finish could boost Hovland’s world ranking, edging him closer to the top‑five. A win would also add valuable FedExCup points, keeping his playoff hopes alive as the season heads into its final stretch.

The tournament concludes on Monday, after which Hovland heads to the next FedExCup event in early August. He’ll likely use the experience from this weekend to fine‑tune his game ahead of the upcoming major.

And Hovland’s confidence remains high despite the looming challenge. He’s ready to swing for the fences, hoping the field’s pressure will work in his favor rather than against him.