HARTFORD, CT — The final round of the 2025 Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands delivered a dramatic finish, as Keegan Bradley overcame a three-stroke deficit to edge past Tommy Fleetwood in the tournament’s final moments. Held on a par-70, 6,844-yard layout, the event featured a $20 million purse and a $3.6 million winner’s share, drawing intense global interest.
Fleetwood had started Sunday with a clear lead, thanks to a bogey-free third round in which he hit every fairway and carded a 63, including eagles on the 13th and 15th holes. Entering the final stretch with a two-shot cushion, the English golfer seemed poised for his elusive first PGA Tour victory.
But the closing holes at River Highlands proved unforgiving. After a weather delay pushed final group tee times to 12:56 p.m., Fleetwood’s momentum stalled under rising pressure and sweltering conditions, with temperatures hitting 95°F. His miss of a critical six-foot par putt on the 18th resulted in a costly bogey.
Bradley, trailing closely throughout the back nine, seized the moment. A birdie on the final hole catapulted him to 15-under-par, clinching his second Travelers Championship title in three years. Russell Henley also surged late to tie Fleetwood at 14-under, sharing second place.
“I’m just gutted. It hurts,” Fleetwood admitted after the round, adding that he hopes to grow from the disappointment. Despite the loss, the performance marked his 42nd career top-10 finish—and sixth runner-up—on the PGA Tour without a win.
For Bradley, the victory boosts his FedEx Cup standings and improves his prospects for Ryder Cup captaincy consideration. Golf analysts praised his composure under pressure, especially in heat and high-stakes conditions. The dramatic conclusion captivated fans at the venue and viewers worldwide, who followed live coverage via Sky Sports and talkSPORT 2.
Analyst Jess Carter noted, “This was a masterclass in grit from Bradley, and a heartbreaker for Fleetwood. The emotion and execution made it unforgettable.”
As the PGA Tour heads into the heart of summer, the Travelers Championship once again proved its status as one of the most suspenseful and fan-friendly events on the calendar. The finish at TPC River Highlands emphasized not just skill, but resilience, as one player claimed victory and another gained experience that may shape future success.