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Scottie Scheffler Dominates CJ Cup Byron Nelson with Record-Tying Performance

Scheffler secured his first PGA Tour win of 2025 at his hometown event, finishing 31-under 253 to tie the 72-hole scoring record and win by eight strokes.

Scottie Scheffler claimed his first victory of the year at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson.
MCKINNEY, TEXAS - MAY 04: Scottie Scheffler of the United States poses with the winner's trophy alongside wife Meredith and son Bennett after the final round of THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson 2025 at TPC Craig Ranch on May 04, 2025 in McKinney, Texas. (Photo by Orlando Ramirez/Getty Images for The CJ Cup)
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Scheffler, who moved to Texas as a boy, was playing in front of a home crowd at the CJ Cup.

Overview

  • Scottie Scheffler tied the PGA Tour’s 72-hole scoring record of 253, matching marks set by Justin Thomas (2017) and Ludvig Åberg (2023).
  • He achieved a wire-to-wire victory at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson, finishing 31-under-par and winning by eight strokes over Erik van Rooyen.
  • This win marks Scheffler’s first PGA Tour victory of 2025 and the 14th of his career, solidifying his position as World No. 1.
  • The victory holds personal significance for Scheffler, as the tournament was his first PGA Tour start as a teenager and took place near his Dallas-area home.
  • Scheffler will skip next week’s Truist Championship to focus on preparing for the PGA Championship, where he aims to continue his strong form.