Hideki Matsuyama’s third WM Phoenix Open title was denied in a drama-filled playoff on Sunday at TPC Scottsdale. Chris Gotterup bested the Masters champion for his second win on Tour this year.
Matsuyama driver woes sink hopes for third WM Phoenix Open title
Hideki Matsuyama lost for the first time in his PGA Tour career carrying a lead into Sunday. His driver betrayed him throughout the final round, failing to hit a single fairway on the front nine. Matsuyama eventually lost a playoff to Chris Gotterup.
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