WM Open leaderboard shows Matsuyama leading by one in final round today

Hideki Matsuyama brought the pressure today with a commanding one-shot lead heading into Sunday’s final round at the WM Open. The Japanese star sits at 13 under par, seeking his third title at TPC Scottsdale. Can he finish the job against a hungry pack chasing from behind?

Matsuyama’s Masterclass Through 54 Holes

Hideki fired a flawless 3-under 68 on Saturday despite missing opportunities late. The two-time Phoenix champion has been nearly unstoppable this week. He holds career dominance at this event, having won in 2016 and 2017. His scoring consistency and clutch moments have separated him from the field.

The 33-year-old’s experience shows in pressure moments. He recorded two consecutive rounds of under-par golf, setting up his commanding position. Matsuyama has 12 career starts at TPC Scottsdale with two victories, five Top-10 finishes, and proven success in high-stakes situations.

The Crowded Pack Hunting for Glory

Ryo Hisatsune fired a memorable 8-under 63 in round two but cooled in round three. The Japanese countryman sits one back, creating a fascinating final pairing scenario. Nicolai Hojgaard of Denmark carded a bogey-free 65 late Saturday, joining the 12-under tie with American Maverick McNealy and South Korean Si Woo Kim.

England’s Matt Fitzpatrick stumbled at the infamous par-3 16th Stadium Hole but remains just two back at 11 under. Scheffler, the tournament favorite and world number one, rallied from the cut line with a strong second round but sits five shots behind, requiring heroics on Sunday.

Leaderboard Snapshot as Final Round Looms

Position	Player	Score
1	Hideki Matsuyama	-13
T2	Ryo Hisatsune	-12
T2	Nicolai Hojgaard	-12
T2	Maverick McNealy	-12
T2	Si Woo Kim	-12

“Hideki Matsuyama has held the outright 54-hole lead five times in his PGA TOUR career and went on to win each time.”

— PGA Tour Communications, Official Statistics

What to Watch Sunday at TPC Scottsdale

The Stadium Course at TPC Scottsdale will test every club in Matsuyama’s bag come Sunday. The par-71 layout offers scoring opportunities but brutal penalties. The iconic par-3 16th hole will determine champions, with its tight green complex and surrounding water hazards. Matsuyama must navigate Hole 16 carefully while protecting his lead.

Wind patterns expected Sunday could shift everything. A tight leaderboard means any bogey run could cost Matsuyama. The final pairing of Matsuyama and Hisatsune will tee off in the final groups, guaranteeing maximum drama and gallery intensity. Expect 15,000-plus fans packed around the most volatile holes.

Can Matsuyama Complete His Third Phoenix Championship?

History suggests yes. Matsuyama has never lost a 54-hole lead on the PGA Tour, winning all five previous occasions. That perfect record provides confidence as Sunday arrives. However, four other players within one shot and McNealy, McNealy, and Si Woo Kim all potential winners creates genuine uncertainty.

Can the chasing foursome mounted a last-gasp comeback to steal Sunday’s title from Matsuyama’s grasp? Will Scheffler work PGA Tour magic like he did from nine back in 2022? Questions abound as one of golf’s most electric courses prepares for championship Sunday drama.

Sources

• PGA Tour – Official scoring, leaderboard, and tournament coverage
• Golfweek – Live final-round updates and analysis
• ESPN Golf – Complete leaderboard and player statistics