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Hovland Fires 61, Trails Scheffler’s 60 by Two

6/28/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Viktor Hovland posted a nine-under 61 in the second round of the Travelers Championship, moving to 14-under.
He said his swing finally felt like a reliable partner after the round.
He hit 11 of 14 fairways and ranked third in Strokes Gained: Off the Tee.
His 61 left him two strokes behind leader Scottie Scheffler, who recorded a 60.

History

Historical Context

Tiger Woods’ 1997 record-low 270-stroke total sparked a wave of ever-lower scoring that has continued into the 2020s, with the PGA Tour now facing ongoing discussions about scoring trends among players today. That legacy fuels a significant debate over course difficulty, prompting officials to consider potentially tougher setups to curb scoring inflation.

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Story summary

Viktor Hovland posted a nine-under 61 in the second round of the Travelers Championship, moving to 14-under.
He said his swing finally felt like a reliable partner after the round.
He hit 11 of 14 fairways and ranked third in Strokes Gained: Off the Tee.
His 61 left him two strokes behind leader Scottie Scheffler, who recorded a 60.

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