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Scottie Scheffler Leads RBC Heritage With Stellar Performance

Tom Hoge watches his tee shot on the second hole during the third round of the RBC Heritage golf tournament, Saturday, April 20, 2024, in Hilton Head Island, S.C. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)

Masters champion Scottie Scheffler continued his impressive performance at the RBC Heritage, carding a bogey-free 8-under 63 to take a one-shot lead after the third round. Scheffler's stellar play has put him in contention to achieve a rare feat of winning back-to-back tournaments following his Masters victory.

The last time a Masters champion won the week after at Harbour Town was Bernhard Langer in 1985, with Gary Player being the only other champion to achieve this in 1978. Scheffler's focus and determination were evident as he expressed his excitement about competing against the world's best players.

With a total score of 16-under 197, Scheffler leads the field heading into the final round, closely followed by Sepp Straka, who sits just one shot behind after a solid 65. Collin Morikawa and Ludvig Aberg are also in contention, trailing by two and three shots, respectively.

Scheffler's remarkable consistency at Harbour Town is highlighted by his 39 consecutive rounds at par or better dating back to last August. His dominance on the course has drawn comparisons to golfing greats like Tiger Woods, with spectators witnessing his exceptional form firsthand.

Last Masters champion to win at Harbour Town was Bernhard Langer in 1985.
Scheffler leads by one shot after third round at 16-under 197.
Scheffler's 39 consecutive rounds at par or better showcase his consistency.
Sepp Straka trails Scheffler by one shot, Morikawa and Aberg close behind.
Scheffler's exceptional shot-making and focus set him apart from competitors.
Scheffler's dominance draws comparisons to golfing greats like Tiger Woods.
Final round promises an exciting showdown with Scheffler aiming for victory.
Scheffler's ability to convert challenges into birdies has been key to his success.
Scheffler's remarkable form has spectators in awe of his skills.
Golfing world eagerly anticipates Scheffler's potential back-to-back tournament wins.

Despite facing tough competition, Scheffler's unwavering focus and exceptional shot-making have set him apart from his peers. His ability to convert challenging situations into birdies has been a key factor in his success throughout the tournament.

The final round promises an exciting showdown as Scheffler looks to maintain his lead and secure another victory. With players like Straka and Morikawa hot on his heels, the stage is set for a thrilling conclusion to the RBC Heritage.

As Scheffler continues his impressive run, the golfing world eagerly anticipates whether he can add another title to his growing list of achievements. With his exceptional ball-striking and unwavering focus, Scheffler remains a formidable force on the course, leaving his competitors in awe of his remarkable skills.

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