Ben Griffin has etched his name in PGA Tour history by securing his first individual victory at the Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial. Griffin had to hold off a resilient Matti Schmid in a nail-biting finish that kept fans on the edge of their seats.

The Final Round Drama

Griffin started the final round with a five-shot lead after just five holes, but Schmid kept the pressure on throughout the day. Despite both players struggling with the challenging conditions, including wind gusts around 30 mph, Griffin managed to maintain his composure.

Key Moments

On the 72nd hole, Schmid chipped in from the deep rough for birdie, forcing Griffin to make a 4-foot par putt to seal the victory. Griffin’s save from the rough, standing in a bunker with the ball well above his feet, was a testament to his grit and determination.

Griffin’s Strategy

"No lead is ever safe on the PGA Tour," Griffin remarked. "I was trying to keep the pedal down and kept hitting a lot of drivers to give myself birdie putts. It was a tough day, but I’m thrilled to come out on top."

Schmid’s Effort

Schmid, seeking his first tour win in his 79th start, made a valiant effort with six birdies but was undone by six bogeys and a double bogey. His surge in the third round, taking a three-shot lead, showed his potential, but Griffin’s consistency proved too much.

Other Notable Performances

Scottie Scheffler, the world No. 1 and hometown favorite, couldn’t replicate his Saturday surge, finishing 8 under and tying for fourth. Tommy Fleetwood had a memorable moment on the 18th hole, where his birdie putt was pushed into the cup by the gusting wind after stopping on the lip.

Conclusion

Griffin’s victory adds to his recent success, having won the Zurich Classic team event last month. This win solidifies his place among the rising stars on the PGA Tour, and fans can’t wait to see what he achieves next.