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Scottie Scheffler Wins CJ Cup Byron Nelson, Tying PGA Tour Scoring Record

Scheffler’s wire-to-wire victory at his hometown event marked his first win of 2025 and the 14th of his career, setting the stage for the PGA Championship.

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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Erik van Rooyen of South Africa and the PGA Tour's Jay Monahan Collage. (Photo by Hector Vivas/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Scottie Scheffler shot 31-under-par 253, tying the PGA Tour’s 72-hole scoring record set by Justin Thomas (2017) and Ludvig Åberg (2023).
  • He secured an eight-shot victory, dominating the CJ Cup Byron Nelson from start to finish at TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney, Texas.
  • The win was Scheffler’s first of the 2025 season and the 14th of his PGA Tour career, solidifying his position as World No. 1.
  • The tournament held deep personal significance for Scheffler, as it was the site of his professional debut and a hometown triumph celebrated with his family.
  • Scheffler announced he will skip the Truist Championship to focus on preparing for the PGA Championship, where he aims to continue his strong form.