The Showdown Raw: 5 Must-See Moments From McIlroy And Scheffler's Victory Over LIV Golf Duo
Scheffler and McIlroy dominated The Crypto.com Showdown at Shadow Creek, defeating LIV Golf's DeChambeau and Koepka with a commanding performance. Here are the key moments from the match:
The PGA Tour duo took control early, winning three of the first four holes. DeChambeau and Koepka didn't win a hole outright until the 11th, ultimately losing on the 16th hole.
Key highlights included:
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Greg Norman's Appearance: LIV Golf's CEO attended to support his players and was seen shaking hands with Scheffler pre-match.
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DeChambeau's Wayward Shot: An errant tee shot on the second hole struck Scottie Scheffler's father, though he was unharmed.
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McIlroy's Revenge: After his US Open loss to DeChambeau, McIlroy sank a long-range eagle putt while DeChambeau missed from close range, securing the fourball match 3&2.
Golfer in winter coat
Other notable moments:
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DeChambeau's Reebok Coat: His new winter coat became a talking point as temperatures dropped to the mid-40s Fahrenheit.
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McIlroy's Performance Secret: He revealed his use of 20g of creatine daily, jokingly calling it his "hit-it-further juice."
The match showcased potential for future cross-tour exhibitions while demonstrating the clear superiority of the PGA Tour team on this occasion.
