Scottie Scheffler Delivers Final-Round Fireworks at Pebble Beach, But Morikawa Seizes the Win
Scottie Scheffler didn’t walk away with the trophy at Pebble Beach, but make no mistake-he delivered the kind of round that reminds everyone exactly why he’s the world’s No. 1. While Collin Morikawa ultimately claimed the win, it was Scheffler’s Sunday surge that had fans and fellow players buzzing.
Coming into the final round trailing Akshay Bhatia by eight shots, Scheffler needed something special. What he put together was nothing short of electric: a 9-under-par 63 that nearly erased the entire deficit and put him right in the hunt for his first career victory at Pebble Beach.
Scheffler’s Sunday Charge: A Round to Remember
Scheffler’s final round was a masterclass in aggressive, fearless golf. He was locked in from the start, and by the time he reached the iconic 18th hole, he was still pushing. That final hole might’ve delivered his most jaw-dropping moment of the day-a 186-yard approach through coastal wind that landed softly on the green, followed by a cool, confident three-foot putt for his third eagle of the round.
Yes, three eagles. That’s not just rare-it’s historic.
Scheffler became the first player in over 40 years to card three eagles in a single round at Pebble Beach. That alone is the kind of stat that turns heads in locker rooms and press tents alike.
Of course, even a round that spectacular had its blemishes. Bogeys on 8, 12, and 15 ultimately proved costly.
Those three dropped shots were the difference between a miraculous comeback win and a near miss. Still, Scheffler walked off the course with his head high-and with good reason.
"I had to do something special to give myself a chance," Scheffler said after the round. "The back nine, I felt like I had to get to 21 or 22 under.
I played a bit more aggressively than I normally do. It was a fun day overall.
These are the weeks I'm proud of. I felt like I was battling myself to give myself a chance."
That’s the mindset of a champion-someone who knows that not every great performance ends in a win, but every great performance builds toward something bigger.
Morikawa Seizes His Moment
While Scheffler’s charge stole the spotlight, Collin Morikawa played a composed, clinical round to capture his first Pebble Beach title. His 5-under 67 was enough to leapfrog both Bhatia and Scheffler, sealing the win and ending a victory drought that stretched back to the Zozo Championship in October 2023.
“Shoot, we’re at Pebble Beach,” Morikawa said with a grin after the win. “So I’m going to enjoy this one.”
And why not? Pebble Beach isn’t just a golf course-it’s a cathedral of the sport. Winning there is a milestone, and Morikawa earned it with a steady hand while others stumbled.
Akshay Bhatia, who held the lead entering Sunday, struggled to hold on. His even-par 72 opened the door, and Morikawa didn’t hesitate to walk through it.
Looking Ahead: Scheffler’s Momentum, Morikawa’s Confidence
While Morikawa celebrates, the rest of the field heads into The Genesis Invitational knowing Scheffler is heating up. He’s only got one win this season so far, but if Sunday’s round is any indication, he’s rounding into form at just the right time.
For Morikawa, the win is a confidence boost and a reminder of how dangerous he can be when his game is dialed in. For Scheffler, it's proof that his ceiling is still as high as anyone's in the game.
And for golf fans? It’s a signal that this season is just getting started-and the best might still be ahead.