Collin Morikawa Wins WM Phoenix Open with Final-Round 62 at TPC Scottsdale

Collin Morikawa produced one of the finest closing rounds in PGA Tour history on Sunday, shooting a flawless 10-under 62 to come from five shots behind and win the WM Phoenix Open at TPC Scottsdale. The two-time major champion's bogey-free masterpiece in front of raucous crowds at the famous 16th hole marked his first victory since capturing The Open Championship at Royal Liverpool in July 2023.

Morikawa entered the final day tied for eighth place, five shots behind overnight leader Sahith Theegala, but quickly made his presence felt with birdies on four of his first six holes. The 29-year-old Californian never looked back, making six more birdies over his final 12 holes to post a score that proved untouchable on one of golf's most demanding closing days.

"This feels incredible," Morikawa said while holding the crystal trophy. "To come from behind like that and shoot 62 on Sunday at TPC Scottsdale with these crowds is something I'll never forget. I felt dialed in from the first tee shot, and when you're in that zone, you just try to ride it as long as possible."

The decisive moment came at the par-5 15th hole, where Morikawa holed a spectacular eagle putt from 35 feet to take the outright lead for the first time all week. The crowd erupted as the ball found the center of the cup, and Morikawa raised both arms in celebration, sensing that his victory drought was about to end.

Theegala, seeking his first PGA Tour victory, played valiantly in the final group but couldn't match Morikawa's torrid pace. The Indian-American star shot a respectable 3-under 69 but finished three shots behind at 19-under par, settling for his best career finish on tour.

"Collin played incredible golf today," Theegala said graciously. "That 62 was one of the best rounds I've ever witnessed, especially under this kind of pressure. He deserved to win, and it was actually fun to watch him play at that level even though I was competing against him."

Morikawa's victory was particularly satisfying given the struggles he endured throughout 2024 and early 2025, when swing changes and equipment adjustments led to an uncharacteristic drought. Working with coach Rick Sessinghaus, the former world No. 2 has steadily rebuilt his confidence and found the precision iron play that made him one of golf's rising stars.

The $1.8 million winner's check moves Morikawa to the top of the FedEx Cup standings and provides significant momentum heading into the major championship season. His final-round 62 tied the lowest score ever shot in the final round of the Phoenix Open, matching Phil Mickelson's effort from 2013.

With the Masters just five weeks away, Morikawa's return to form couldn't have come at a better time. His combination of precision ball-striking and improved putting suggests he could be a major factor at Augusta National, where he has consistently contended despite never breaking through for a green jacket.

The victory also ended a remarkable streak of 12 different winners in the first 12 PGA Tour events of 2026, highlighting the incredible depth of talent on the professional golf circuit.