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Hideki Matsuyama Seizes One-Shot Lead After Round 3 at WM Phoenix Open

World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler is five off the pace after a 67 and remains a realistic threat.

SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 05: Maverick McNealy of the United States plays his shot from the 16th tee during the first round of the WM Phoenix Open 2026 at TPC Scottsdale on February 05, 2026 in Scottsdale, Arizona. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
Scottie Scheffler plays from a bunker on the second hole during Round 2 at the WM Phoenix Open on Feb. 6, 2026, at TPC Scottsdale.
Who will win the Phoenix Open today? Follow our live updates for the latest scores, notes, highlights from the PGA Tour golf tournament in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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Overview

  • Matsuyama shot 3-under 68 to reach 13-under 200, missing late birdie chances but positioning for a third Phoenix title.
  • Ryo Hisatsune bogeyed the 18th to fall to 12 under, joining Nicolai Hojgaard, Maverick McNealy and Si Woo Kim one shot behind.
  • Scheffler followed a Friday 65 with a 67 to sit at 8 under, highlighted by a bunker hole-out at the 10th during his climb.
  • The leaderboard is tightly packed with nine players within two shots and 15 within four, reflecting broad international contention and several players seeking a first PGA Tour win.
  • Field Level Media reported the final tee time features Matsuyama, McNealy and Hojgaard, with Sunday coverage on ESPN+ (PGA Tour Live), Golf Channel and CBS.