Scheffler's hopes of an unprecented third consecutive trophy at the PGA Tour's flagship event fizzled out, finishing with a 4-under 284 for the tournament. Braving gusts and sporadic sprinkles, the world's No. 1 golfer carded a 1-over 73 in the final round, entering the clubhouse inside the leading 20 but never threatening a repeat of 2024.

American golfer J.J Spaun signed off with a spectacular long-range putt to take a one shot lead into what will be an uncustomarily early final round of The Players Championship, as the threat of severe storms led tournament organizers in Florida to push Sunday’s start time forward.

If there is any current athlete in the sport of golf who understands what it means to win, it is Scottie Scheffler. With 13 career PGA Tour wins, Scheffler has inked himself into the history books as easily one of the best to ever play.