Scottie Scheffler opened the Travelers Championship with a 10‑under‑par 60, setting a new lead at TPC River Highlands. The world number one racked up 11 birdies and a single bogey, moving to 16 under. His performance positioned him two shots ahead of Viktor Hovland, who shot a smooth 61 in a flawless display of precision.

While Jim Furyk still holds the tour record with a 58, Scheffler joins the elite group of fourteen players who have shot a 59, a feat he achieved at the 2020 Northern Trust. Hovland’s 61, though bogey‑free, was a step short of the rare 59, underscoring the thin margin between leaders in this high‑stakes event.

On the 18th, Scheffler missed a 26‑foot birdie that could have tied a record, commenting that the shot was tricky and the ball broke right to left. He praised his execution and said he would keep the pace, aiming to maintain his edge while the field tightens around him.

With a 16‑under total, Scheffler's round cements his position at the top of the leaderboard, putting pressure on rivals who must chase a rare low score. The performance keeps his momentum heading into the weekend, while Hovland and others trail closely, setting the stage for a tight finish at the Travelers Championship this week today.