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Novak and Griffin Secure First PGA Tour Titles with Zurich Classic Victory

The duo triumphed at TPC Louisiana with a 28-under 260 finish, clinching the win with a decisive birdie on the 17th hole after a weather delay.

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Americans Ben Griffin, left, and Andrew Novak combined to win the PGA Zurich Classic pairs event title
Ben Griffin and Andrew Novak won their first PGA Tour title at the Zurich Classic.

Overview

  • Andrew Novak and Ben Griffin claimed their first PGA Tour titles by winning the Zurich Classic, finishing at 28-under 260.
  • The pair defeated Danish twins Rasmus and Nicolai Hojgaard by one stroke in the PGA Tour's only team-format event.
  • Ben Griffin sank a critical 35-foot birdie putt on the par-3 17th hole, securing a two-shot lead before parring the final hole to win.
  • A 90-minute weather delay during the final round disrupted momentum, but Novak and Griffin steadied their play to hold off challengers.
  • Defending champions Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry tied for 12th after a late-round fade, while early leaders Isaiah Salinda and Kevin Velo finished eighth.