Max Homa defended his title at the Fortinet Championship in stunning fashion.
Trailing by one stroke on the final hole, Homa chipped in for birdie and watched in amazement as leader Danny Willett took three putts from less than 3 feet.
Homa closed in 4-under 68 at Silverado Resort’s North Course and signed for a 72-hole total of 16-under 272.
“The last three minutes are kind of a blur,” Homa said.
Homa put up a valiant effort to defend his title in Napa, California, making three straight birdies beginning at No. 9, and his chip in for birdie at 18 forced Willett to hole from 4 feet for the win. But it didn’t appear to be enough until Willett lipped out the putt and missed the 5-foot comebacker to hand the trophy to Homa.
“That was a wild finish,” Homa said.
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