Overview
- Chris Gotterup carded a final-round 4-under 66 to finish on 15-under 265, two strokes clear of Rory McIlroy and Marco Penge.
- The 25-year-old American’s second PGA Tour title also clinched one of the last qualifying spots for next week’s Open Championship at Royal Portrush.
- Rory McIlroy regained his pre-Masters form with rounds of 68-65-66-68, closing at 13-under and heading into the final major with renewed confidence.
- Marco Penge matched McIlroy in a tie for second on 13-under while Denmark’s Nicolai Hojgaard secured the final Open berth with a closing 64.
- The Genesis Scottish Open underlined its role as a key warm-up for the Open Championship by delivering late qualifications and showcasing emerging talent.