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Scheffler gains Phoenix Open, No. 1

PHOENIX: Scottie Scheffler outdueled Canada's Nick Taylor down the back nine Sunday (Monday in Manila) to repeat as PGA Phoenix Open champion and overtake Rory McIlroy for the world number one ranking.

It was the 26-year-old American's first title since capturing last year's Masters and returned him to the rankings summit he surrendered to Northern Ireland's McIlroy last October.

Scottie Scheffler of the United States on the 12th hole during the final round of the WM Phoenix Open at TPC Scottsdale on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023 (February 13 in Manila), in Scottsdale, Arizona. AFP PHOTO