Special Schauffele turns up heat but Hovland has learned to hedge his bets

Viktor Hovland couldn’t be denied at the Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club.

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - AUGUST 27: Viktor Hovland of Norway is congratulated by Xander Schauffele of the United States on the 18th green after Hovland won during the final round of the TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club on August 27, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Xander Schauffele knew he had to throw up something special on Sunday to have any chance. An 8-under 62 would normally qualify as special.

Viktor Hovland never flinched and couldn’t be denied at the Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club.