Matt Every beats Henrik Stenson to Arnold Palmer title
Matt Every claimed to ‘have a feeling’ that he would defend his title after starting the day three shots behind the final round leaders.
The 31-year old becomes only the third player to do so in the tournaments history after carding a final round 66, and finishing the tournament 19-under.
In a tournament that produced some fine golf, including Albatrosses from Zach Johnson and Daniel Berger, the consistency of Every was enough to seal his second Arnold Palmer Invitational crown.
“Last year I just made everything, but for me I was driving it really good this week and my irons were spot on. My accuracy was great,” said Every, who now will make an appearance at Augusta next month.
“But I kinda had a feeling. I was shaking some of those putts in late.”
Speaking about his 18-foot tournament sealing putt, Every said: “On 18, it was straight down the hill. It’s exactly what you want when you’re under pressure.
“It was pretty nice. I had a lot of friends and family out here this week and their support was awesome.”
Henrik Stenson had lead for a large portion of the final round, but dropped shots in vital holes.
Stenson had an opportunity to force a playoff, but was unable to sink a 20-foot birdie putt.
“Of course disappointed not to come out on top but all in all a good week,” the Stenson said.
“I saw Matt was making a move and all credit to him. He played a solid golf round and shot what, to win by one. All credit for a good score and I had it in my hand but didn’t make it happen.”
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