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Desert Dominance: World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler wins American Express by four shots

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LA QUINTA, Calif. (KESQ) -- It was only a matter of time for World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler.

Making his 2026 season debut and sixth start at the American Express this week, Scheffler won the tournament by four shots, finishing at 27 under par.

Scheffler shot rounds of 63, 64, 68, and 66.

The 29-year-old is now the first player since Tiger Woods to earn 20 PGA TOUR wins under the age of 30.

Below are some more facts and figures on Scheffler's victory:

  • First career win when making season debut
  • 5th consecutive season with a win
  • 7th win in his last 13 starts on PGA TOUR
  • 14th PGA TOUR victory since the start of the 2024 season

Click HERE for a look at the final 2026 American Express leaderboard.

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