Scheffler Repeats at Phoenix Open to Regain No. 1 Ranking

Scottie Scheffler of the United States plays his shot from the 16th tee during the final round of the WM Phoenix Open at TPC Scottsdale in Scottsdale, Ariz., on Feb. 12, 2023. Steph Chambers/Getty Images

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.—Scottie Scheffler successfully defended his WM Phoenix Open title Sunday at TPC Scottsdale to regain the No. 1 spot in the world.

Scheffler closed with a 6-under 65 to beat Nick Taylor by two strokes in breezy conditions on the firm and fast Stadium Course. The 26-year-old Texan will jump from second to first in the rankings, taking the top spot from Rory McIlroy with his fifth PGA Tour victory.