Gotterup wins Phoenix Open on first playoff hole as Matsuyama limps to the finish
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📌 Key Takeaways
- Chris Gotterup won the Phoenix Open title after a dramatic first-hole playoff victory.
- Gotterup forced the playoff by shooting an impressive 7-under 64 during the final round.
- Hideki Matsuyama lost his bid for the title after pulling his tee shot into the water during the playoff.
- The victory represents a major breakthrough for Gotterup on the PGA Tour.
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🏷️ Themes
Golf, PGA Tour, Professional Sports
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Chris Gotterup shot 7-under 64 and won the Phoenix Open with a birdie on the first hole of a playoff Sunday after Hideki Matsuyama pulled his tee shot into the water