Chris Gotterup clinched the 2026 WM Phoenix Open title in dramatic fashion, defeating Hideki Matsuyama in a sudden-death play-off after the Japanese star’s tee shot landed in water on the extra hole. Gotterup’s fourth-round 64, highlighted by five birdies in the final six holes, pushed him to 16 under par at TPC Scottsdale. Matsuyama, who had a putt for victory on the 18th, missed and faced a playoff where Gotterup sank a critical birdie on the first extra hole.

The win marks Gotterup’s second PGA Tour title in four tournaments, following his Hawaii victory earlier this year. He dedicated the win to his girlfriend, who watched from the crowd, calling it a surreal moment after a strong but inconsistent start to the week.