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Hovland flips the script on Scheffler and takes the lead at Travelers Championship
By Doug Ferguson, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 27, 2026
· 4 min read
Viktor Hovland feels he is headed in the right direction, and Saturday at the Travelers Championship was a big test. He played alongside Scottie Scheffler on a course that features plenty of water and shots that can cause some stress.A two-shot swing on the 18th hole — Hovland made a 6-foot birdi...
Key takeaway A two-shot swing on the 18th hole — Hovland made a 6-foot birdie, Scheffler three-putted from 25 feet on the fringe for bogey — gave the Norwegian star a 6-under 64 and a one-shot lead over the world's No.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
While the Travelers Championship is taking place far from Terrell Hills , the competition between Viktor Hovland and Scottie Scheffler has implications for local golf enthusiasts. As the world's top golfers vie for position, San Antonio area residents who follow the sport are likely to be paying close attention to the leaderboard. The fact that Hovland and Scheffler will face off again on Sunday will only add to the excitement, and local golf fans may be inspired to hit the links themselves, perhaps at one of the many courses in the San Antonio area. The back-and-forth between Hovland and Scheffler also underscores the competitive nature of golf, which is reflected in local tournaments and events that take place throughout the year in Terrell Hills and surrounding communities. As the final round of the Travelers Championship gets underway, local golf fans will be watching to see if Hovland can hold off Scheffler and claim the top spot.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Viktor Hovland feels he is headed in the right direction, and Saturday at the Travelers Championship was a big test. He played alongside Scottie Scheffler on a course that features plenty of water and shots that can cause some stress.A two-shot swing on the 18th hole — Hovland made a 6-foot birdi...
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