The Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands in Connecticut has come to a close on Sunday afternoon. A week full of charity events, Pro-Am tournaments, and 4 days of exciting golf with 4 dramatic lead changes. One man stands at the top of the list. A sleeper for 3 days, Bubba Watson finishes the victor. Bubba shot a blistering final-round 63 to win the Travelers Championship.
Watson started the day six back of Casey, but he closed with five birdies on the back nine to shoot seven under on the day. His final birdie, on the 18th, gave him the clubhouse lead at 17 under, and after about an hour wait he was officially the winner.
The win is Watson's third of the season and 12th of his PGA Tour career. It's also the third time he won the Travelers.
The Travelers Championship has become Bubba Watson's personal ATM. With a third victory in the event in 12 career starts, Watson has seen his career earnings at TPC River Highlands rise past the $4.5 million mark, the most of any player in tournament history—by more than $2 million.
So, how much money did everyone in the field at TPC River Highlands earn this weekend? Here's a breakdown for all those who made the cut.
All in all, the annual Travelers Championship is a great week long golf event that draws huge crowds, tons of celebrities, and provides substantial funding for charity. Until next year!
Bubba Watson for the win!
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