SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – The 2024 WM Phoenix Open faced the prospect of spills into Sunday, with the potential for up to 30 holes to be played to avoid a first Monday finish since 2011 due to rain and frost delays. The top contenders’ third rounds had to be resumed due to inclement weather, leading to uncertainty about when the tournament would conclude. Scottie Scheffler, who has won the Open the past two years, stayed in contention and remained within striking distance of achieving the first Phoenix Open three-peat since Arnold Palmer from 1961-63. Amid the challenges presented by the weather, Scheffler managed to quietly maintain his position in the tournament.
The resumption of play at TPC Scottsdale on Sunday encountered additional delays, with the anticipated start time pushed back several times due to frost. The leaderboard showed Nick Taylor on top at 13 under par through six holes of his third round, followed by Sahith Theegala one shot back, also through six holes. This created suspense and anticipation about who would emerge as the victor in spite of the disruptions caused by the weather.
As the third round finally resumed, Scheffler displayed prowess by catching fire on Sunday morning and briefly ascending to second place at 13-under before experiencing a setback with a bogey on No. 14. Nonetheless, Scheffler’s performance underscored the competitive nature of the tournament and added excitement for the fans. The Open continued to captivate golf enthusiasts and players alike, with the perseverance and skill of the contenders on display despite the challenges brought about by the weather.