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.

Scottie Scheffler's three-peat hopes remain alive at The Players Championship, even after an inconsistent second round left him six shots back.