American golfer Scottie Scheffler clinched the gold medal in men’s golf at the 2024 Paris Olympics with a spectacular final-round performance at Le Golf National. Scheffler, the world’s top-ranked player, shot a course record-tying 9-under 62 to finish with an Olympic record total of 19-under 265.Scheffler’s victory came after a thrilling comeback, as he started the day four shots behind the leader. He surged to the front with four consecutive birdies down the stretch, including a crucial shot from deep rough on the 17th hole. ‘It was a great day,’ Scheffler remarked after his win.Great Britain’s Tommy Fleetwood secured the silver medal with a score of 18-under, finishing just one stroke behind Scheffler. Japan’s Hideki Matsuyama claimed the bronze medal at 17-under.The tournament took a dramatic turn when Spain’s Jon Rahm, who had held a four-shot lead going into the final round, suffered a stunning collapse. Rahm recorded three bogeys and a double-bogey on the 14th hole, which dropped him out of medal contention. He ultimately finished in fifth place.Scheffler’s gold medal adds to an already impressive year, which includes six PGA Tour victories and his second Masters title. He becomes the second consecutive American to win Olympic gold in men’s golf, following Xander Schauffele’s victory in the Tokyo Games.The Olympic golf tournament at Le Golf National drew significant attention, with reports of 30,000 fans in attendance for the final round. The event showcased the sport’s global appeal, with top players from around the world competing for Olympic glory.
Key points
- Scottie Scheffler won Olympic gold in men’s golf with a record-breaking performance of 19-under 265.
- Tommy Fleetwood (Great Britain) won silver, and Hideki Matsuyama (Japan) took bronze.
- Jon Rahm, the early leader, collapsed in the final round and finished out of medal contention.
- Scheffler’s victory adds to his impressive year, including six PGA Tour wins and a Masters title.
