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Viktor Hovland capped off a dramatic weekend with his first Travelers Championship title, winning in a playoff after sinking a clutch birdie putt while Scottie Scheffler missed his — earning Hovland $3.6 million from a $20 million purse. But the real story? The tournament shattered its own record, raising over $5 million for more than 270 charities — a total of $40 million+ donated to over 1,000 nonprofits since 2017. Scheffler, the world’s 1 player, finished runner-up again after forcing the playoff with a Sunday heroics, only to fall short on Monday. Hovland himself battled back from early struggles, with a rain delay seemingly turning the tide. The playoff, moved to Monday morning due to darkness, even allowed Sunday ticket holders to return — though some perks were cut. Beyond the trophy and cash, the real winners? The charities that benefited from this unforgettable, impact-driven event.

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