Dramatic Finish and Fleetwood's Near Miss
Keegan Bradley secured a thrilling one-shot victory at the Travelers Championship with a decisive birdie putt on the 18th hole, finishing at 15 under par. Tommy Fleetwood, aiming for his first PGA Tour win, stumbled with a bogey on the final hole, finishing at 14 under.
Fleetwood's disappointment stemmed from a pulled approach shot and a tough lie on the fringe, marking yet another close call in his PGA Tour career with 42 top-10 finishes without a win. Meanwhile, Russell Henley's 51-foot chip-in birdie on 18 shared the spotlight, as he finished tied for second.
Bradley's Triumph and Ryder Cup Implications
This victory, Bradley's second Travelers title in three years, solidified his position to potentially play in the Ryder Cup, moving him to ninth in the FedExCup standings. He celebrated his win amidst chants of "U-S-A, U-S-A" from the crowd, highlighting his popularity and the significance of the event.
Bradley's composed performance under pressure, including notable birdie putts on the 9th and 15th holes, contrasted with Fleetwood's struggles, especially on the final day where he went 2-over par. Bradley's win adds to his impressive record and boosts his Ryder Cup captaincy credentials.