Tough Conditions, Tougher Competitors: Dustin Johnson Prevails in Vegas

Dustin Johnson secured victory at the LIV Golf Las Vegas tournament by birdying three of the last six holes finishing one shot ahead. Braving cold and windy conditions, the 39 years old claimed his third LIV title and a prize money of $4 million.

Talor Gooch and Peter Uihlein shared the second spot on 11-under while Matthew Wolf trailed one shot behind. Johnson acknowledged the challenging conditions and the tough competition from other skilled players near the lead.

England’s Paul Casey, Northern Ireland’s Graeme McDowell and American Jason Kokrak shared fifth place. Bryson DeChambeau who shared the 36-hole lead with Johnson finished tied for ninth. Smash GC led by captain Brooks Koepka secured the team title finishing seven shots ahead of Johnson’s 4Aces.