Scottie Scheffler, world No. 1, clinched his sixth PGA TOUR victory of the year at the 2025 Procore Championship, overcoming an eight-shot weekend deficit to edge Ben Griffin by one. Scheffler’s performance ties him with legends Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, and Arnold Palmer for at least six wins in consecutive seasons.
Watch all the key shot highlights, dramatic moments, and how Scheffler stayed sharp ahead of the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black. See outstanding play from Ryder Cup teammates and future stars, plus emotional interviews from Lanto Griffin and others in Napa.
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Scotty Sheffller’s victory at the Procore Championship wasn’t just another win. It was a powerful statement as he gears up for the RDER Cup. But here’s where it gets interesting. What started as a strategic warm-up for the American team turned into a showcase of Sheffller’s dominance on the PGA Tour. Held in Napa, California, the Procore Championship was more than just a tournament. It was a proving ground for the world’s number one golfer. Sheffller, determined to keep his competitive edge sharp ahead of the Rder Cup matches scheduled for September 26 through 28 at Beth Paige Black, delivered a stunning performance, closing with a 5under 67 on Sunday. He edged out Ben Griffin by a single stroke, securing his sixth PGA Tour victory of the year. This achievement places Sheffler in elite company, joining legends like Tiger Woods, Jack Nicholas, and Arnold Palmer as the only players since 1960 to win six or more times in back-to-back seasons. Such consistency is rare and speaks volumes about his skill and mental toughness. Reflecting on the week, Sheffler noted, “This was a week where I tackled a new and challenging golf course for the first time. I managed to stay competitive during the initial rounds and then elevated my game over the weekend to position myself for the win. His ability to adapt quickly to unfamiliar conditions is a testament to his preparation and focus. The weekend was a dramatic turnaround. Sheffller erased an eight-shot deficit to Griffin with impressive rounds of 64 and 67, finishing at 19 under $269 overall. This victory also boosted his season earnings to over 27.6 million, underscoring his dominance on the tour. The tournament at Silverado attracted its strongest field and largest crowd since moving to Napa in 2014. Fans were treated to a thrilling finish under the blazing sun as Sheffller and Griffin battled down to the final holes. Griffin, who is making his RDER Cup debut at Beth Page Black and has already won twice this year, had a chance to clinch the title with a 60 ft Eagle putt on the par 51 18th hole. However, the putt stopped about 5 ft short and his subsequent birdie attempt to force a playoff rimmed out on the left lip. Griffin finished with a solid 70. I felt like my short-range putting wasn’t quite sharp enough today, Griffin admitted. But I’m going to work hard this week to make every putt possible at the RDER Cup. Interestingly, Griffin has finished second to Sheffller twice this year, highlighting a budding rivalry that could add extra spice to the upcoming matches. Earlier this year, Sheffller was among those who identified the Procore Championship as an ideal event for the Rder Cup team to compete in, aiming to avoid the mistake made two years ago when most team members had nearly a month off before the Rome matches. This time, four RDER Cup players finished in the top 10, including US Open champion JJ Spawn, who shot a 66 to finish sixth, and Cameron Young, who tied for ninth with a 67. Sheffller explained the strategy. We considered scouting Beth Paige or coming here to play this event. We felt it was more valuable to have everyone together playing competitive golf to stay in shape. There’s a big difference between practicing at home and facing real tournament pressure. Yet once the tournament began, Sheffller’s focus shifted entirely to winning. This triumph marked his 19th career PGA Tour victory and sets the stage for a highstakes Ryder Cup showdown against Europe, but team that has held the upper hand in these matches for the past 30 years. Meanwhile, Lanto Griffin faced immense pressure himself. Entering the fall portion of the schedule, ranked number 142 in the FedEx Cup standings, Griffin was fighting to secure one of the 100 full PGA Tour cards available this year. His final round 65 earned him solo third place, his best finish in nearly 4 years and propelled him up to number 100 in the standings. With two months and at least five tournaments left to improve his position. It’s huge, Griffin said emotionally after the round. One of my goals this week was to give myself a chance. I kind of wish Scotty wasn’t here, but I’m sure the fans enjoyed the competition. The tournament’s narrative was intense from the start. Sheffller began two shots behind Griffin and trailed by as many as four shots early on when Griffin birdied the first three holes. However, Griffin missed a crucial 4-foot par putt on the fourth hole and then went 10 holes without a birdie. Sheffller steadily chipped away with four birdies through 10 holes. After a frustrating three putt bogey from 15 ft on the 11th, he bounced back with birdies on both par five holes to seize the lead as Griffin struggled to regain momentum. Adding to the excitement was Auburn Jr. Jackson Kovven, the world’s number one amateur who played in the final group. Kovven was just two shots behind with seven holes remaining, but faltered with a soft bogey on the par 512th and another bogey on the 13th after missing the green. He closed with a 71, tying for fourth place alongside Ameliano Grillo, who shot a 66. Remarkably, this marked Kovven’s fourth consecutive finish of 11th place or better on the PGA Tour. Unless he chooses to focus on his studies, the 20-year-old is set to compete in the Sanderson Farms Championship in 3 weeks. This tournament not only highlighted Sheffller’s relentless pursuit of excellence, but also underscored the intense competition and pressure faced by players on the cusp of securing their tour status. It raises an intriguing question. With such fierce rivalries and high stakes, how much does the RDER Cup preparation truly benefit from these warm-up events? Are players better off resting or competing to stay sharp? And with Sheffller’s dominance, can anyone realistically challenge him at Beth Paige Black? Share your thoughts. Do you think Sheffller’s approach is the key to RDER Cup success or could it backfire under the unique pressures of match
