Gotterup wins Phoenix Open on first playoff hole as Matsuyama limps to the finish
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Chris Gotterup did his part, charging up the Phoenix Open leaderboard with a closing flourish of five birdies in six holes.
As he kept loose on the first tee at TPC Scottsdale, the 26-year-old knew he would need some help with Hideki Matsuyama still on the course with a one-shot lead.
Gotterup got what he needed with a wild tee shot by Matsuyama on 18 and took advantage when the Japanese star did it again in the playoff.
Gotterup shot 7-under 64 and...