Name: Running with Rick: Three players who can win Genesis Scottish Open
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Description: Ahead of the 2026 Genesis Scottish Open, Golfbet contributor Rick Gehman identifies three players who he thinks could win this week at The Renaissance Club.

Ahead of the 2026 Genesis Scottish Open, Golfbet contributor Rick Gehman identifies three players who he thinks could win this week at The Renaissance Club.

Running with Rick: Three players who can win Genesis Scottish Open

Ahead of the 2026 Genesis Scottish Open, Haylie Stum previews five key storylines to watch at The Renaissance Club, including Rory McIlroy’s recent success in Scotland, Scottie Scheffler’s bounce back to form as he chases his second win of 2026 and Chris Gotterup's surge of momentum.

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Check out the best shots of the day from Round 4 of the Travelers Championship, featuring Viktor Hovland, Scottie Scheffler, Collin Morikawa, and Akshay Bhatia, among others. 

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In the final round of the 2026 Travelers, Wyndham Clark's drive on the 399-yard, par-4 14th went 284 yards into the left fairway, his 109-yard approach landed on the left green 2 feet 7 inches from the hole, and he made the 2-foot 7-inch putt for birdie.

Wyndham Clark's 109-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 14 at Travelers

In the final round of the 2026 Travelers, Wyndham Clark's drive on the 406-yard, par-4 12th hole traveled 330 yards into the left rough, leaving 78 yards to the hole. His 90-yard approach landed on the left green 7 feet 7 inches from the cup, and he made the 7-foot 7-inch putt for birdie.

Wyndham Clark's 90-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 12 at Travelers

In the final round of the 2026 Travelers, Wyndham Clark's tee shot on the par-3 hole landed on the green, and he made a 4-foot putt for birdie.

Wyndham Clark makes birdie on No. 11 at Travelers

In the final round of the 2026 Travelers, Wyndham Clark's tee shot on the 205-yard, par-3 eighth hole landed on the left side of the green, 6 feet 10 inches from the cup, and he made the 6-foot-10-inch putt for birdie.

Wyndham Clark hits tee shot to 7 feet, sets up birdie on No. 8 at Travelers

In the final round of the 2026 Travelers, Wyndham Clark's drive on the 424-yard, par-4 first hole landed in the left fairway, leaving 110 yards to the hole. His 112-yard approach from the fairway landed in the right fairway, finishing 18 feet 1 inch from the cup.

Wyndham Clark's 112-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 1 at Travelers

In the third round of the 2026 Travelers, Wyndham Clark's drive on the 408-yard, par-4 17th went 303 yards into the left fairway, his 119-yard approach landed on the right green 15 feet 7 inches from the hole, and he made the 15-foot-7-inch putt for birdie.

Wyndham Clark's 119-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 17 at Travelers

In the third round of the 2026 Travelers, Wyndham Clark's drive on the 275-yard, par-4 15th hole landed in the left fairway, 33 feet 7 inches from the hole. His 36-foot-5-inch shot from the fairway found the left green, leaving 2 feet 5 inches to the cup, and he made the putt for birdie.

Wyndham Clark sinks 2-foot putt for birdie on No. 15 at Travelers

In the third round of the 2026 Travelers, Wyndham Clark's drive on the 543-yard, par-5 13th landed in the right fairway, leaving 252 yards to the hole. His 239-yard shot from the fairway found the left green, finishing 39 feet 9 inches from the cup. Clark missed his first putt from 39 feet 3 inches, stopping 2 feet 3 inches short, and made the 2-foot 3-inch putt for birdie.

Wyndham Clark sinks 2-foot putt for birdie on No. 13 at Travelers

In the third round of the 2026 Travelers, Wyndham Clark's drive on the 469-yard, par-4 10th hole traveled 324 yards into the left fairway, his 140-yard approach landed on the right green 9 feet 11 inches from the hole, and he made the 9-foot 11-inch putt for birdie.

Wyndham Clark's 140-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 10 at Travelers

In the third round of the 2026 Travelers, Wyndham Clark's drive on the 452-yard, par-4 seventh hole traveled 278 yards into the left fairway, leaving 177 yards to the hole. His 180-yard approach from the fairway landed on the left green 7 feet 2 inches from the cup, and he made the putt for birdie.

Wyndham Clark's 180-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 7 at Travelers

In the third round of the 2026 Travelers, Wyndham Clark's drive on the 349-yard, par-4 second hole went 288 yards into the left native area, leaving 64 yards to the hole. His 61-yard approach from the native area landed on the left green 10 feet 1 inch from the cup, and he made the 10-foot 1-inch putt for birdie.

Wyndham Clark drains 10-foot birdie putt on No. 2 at Travelers

In the second round of the 2026 Travelers Championship, Wyndham Clark makes birdie on the par-4 18th hole.

Wyndham Clark makes birdie on No. 18 at Travelers

In the second round of the 2026 Travelers, Wyndham Clark's drive on the 513-yard, par-5 13th hole traveled 293 yards into the right fairway, leaving 217 yards to the pin. His 218-yard shot from the fairway landed on the left green 10 feet 10 inches from the hole. Clark missed a 12-foot-2-inch putt, finishing 18 inches short, and made the 18-inch putt for par.

Wyndham Clark's 218-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 13 at Travelers

In the second round of the 2026 Travelers Championship, Wyndham Clark makes birdie on the par-4 12th hole.

Wyndham Clark sinks a 38-foot birdie putt on No. 12 at Travelers

In the second round of the 2026 Travelers Championship, Wyndham Clark makes birdie on the par-4 10th hole.

Wyndham Clark makes birdie on No. 10 at Travelers

In the second round of the 2026 Travelers, Wyndham Clark's drive on the 394-yard, par-4 ninth hole traveled 293 yards into the left fairway, his 82-yard approach landed on the right green 8 feet 1 inch from the hole, and he made the 8-foot-1-inch putt for birdie.

Wyndham Clark's 82-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 9 at Travelers

In the second round of the 2026 Travelers, Wyndham Clark's 223-yard shot from the primary rough on the par-5 hole landed in the left rough, leaving 66 yards to the pin. His 65-yard approach from the rough settled on the left green 4 feet 9 inches from the hole, and he made the putt for birdie.

Wyndham Clark gets up-and-down from 65 yards for birdie on No. 6 at Travelers

In the second round of the 2026 Travelers, Wyndham Clark's 136-yard approach shot from the fairway landed on the left green, 12 feet 4 inches from the hole, and he made the 12-foot-4-inch putt for birdie.

Wyndham Clark's 136-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 3 at Travelers

In the second round of the 2026 Travelers, Wyndham Clark's drive on the 445-yard, par-4 first hole went 287 yards into the right rough, his 146-yard approach landed on the left green 34 feet 1 inch from the hole, and he made the 34-foot-1-inch putt for birdie.

Wyndham Clark sinks 34-foot birdie putt on No. 1 at Travelers

In the opening round of the 2026 Travelers, Wyndham Clark's tee shot on the 162-yard, par-3 11th hole landed on the right green 17 inches from the cup, and he made the 17-inch putt for birdie.

Wyndham Clark hits tee shot to 1 foot, sets up birdie on No. 11 at Travelers

In the opening round of the 2026 Travelers, Wyndham Clark's drive on the 582-yard, par-5 sixth hole went 322 yards into the left fairway, his 248-yard approach found the left bunker, and he holed out his 59-foot bunker shot for eagle.

Wyndham Clark gets up-and-down from 59 feet from the bunker for birdie on No. 6 at Travelers

Rory McIlroy’s walk is one of the most recognizable on the PGA TOUR. Hear from McIlroy, Matt Fitzpatrick and Ludvig Åberg on what makes it unique and why it has so much “pep in the step.”

Rory McIlroy breaks down iconic ‘pep in his step' walk 

Ahead of the 2026 Travelers Championship, Wyndham Clark shares his enthusiasm for the newly announced PGA TOUR structure, highlighting enhanced fan experience and overall more opportunities. 

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Ahead of the 2026 Travelers Championship, Wyndham Clark discusses his process for overcoming a significant mental health and career dip that helped lead him to a second major championship. 

Wyndham Clark shares how he got through recent hardship in his career

Fresh off his win at the 2026 U.S. Open Championship, look back at the best shots from five-time PGA TOUR winner Wyndham Clark's career so far.

Wyndham Clark's top shots of career

Two-time U.S. Open champion Wyndham Clark explains how his late mother, Lise, inspired the phrase that still guides his life and career. Diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer in 2012, she encouraged her son to "Play Big" before passing away a year later. Clark says the message is something he holds very dear to this day.

Wyndham Clark on how his mother taught him to “Play Big”

After winning the 2026 U.S. Open, Wyndham Clark discusses his underdog mentality, replacing negativity with positivity and overcoming doubts after missing the cut at the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club.

Wyndham Clark on mentality, crowd after winning U.S. Open

Following the 2026 U.S. Open Championship,  PGATOUR.com’s Paul Hodowanic gives his top five things to remember from Shinnecock Hills Golf Club, including Wyndham Clark’s incredible par saves en route to victory, Scottie Scheffler’s delayed hunt for the career Grand Slam and Rory McIlroy’s weekend struggles.

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Check out the top five bets that cashed at the 2026 U.S. Open, including strong showings from Keith Mitchell, Sam Stevens and Tom Kim, plus a wire-to-wire victory by Wyndham Clark.

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Ahead of the 2026 ISCO Championship, defending champion William Mouw talks about the blessing of becoming a father soon after last year’s victory at Hurstbourne Country Club and how it's shaped his perspective both on and off the golf course.

William Mouw on how fatherhood has changed his perspective

Ahead of the 2026 Genesis Scottish Open, Golfbet experts Will Gray and Chris Breece debate the top tournament matchups as stars go head-to-head at The Renaissance Club.

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Ahead of the 2026 Genesis Scottish Open, Chris Gotterup opens up about feeling like he has to prove his golf game to people, knowing that he is capable of outperforming their expectations and becoming more comfortable with being in big moments around star players.

Chris Gotterup on proving himself, golf game to others

Ahead of the 2026 Genesis Scottish Open, Chris Gotterup talks about the joy of returning to The Renaissance Club as a champion and how the trip feels like a “fresh start” despite playing in his fourth tournament in four weeks.

Chris Gotterup on ‘fresh start’ in Scotland amid busy schedule

Ahead of the 2026 John Deere Classic, new PGA TOUR member Jackson Koivun breaks down his swing and explains how he executes the different shots he faces on the course

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Ahead of the 2026 Genesis Scottish Open, Aaron Rai discusses what sets the event apart — from its elite field to the challenges of The Renaissance Club — and explains why conquering both can give players an extra layer of confidence.

Aaron Rai on Genesis Scottish Open's strong field, demanding test

Ahead of the 2026 Genesis Scottish Open, Norway’s Viktor Hovland talks about his patriotism in watching his home country have success on the global football stage and how he'll share friendly banter with English players ahead of the World Cup's Norway-England quarterfinal matchup.

Viktor Hovland on Norway's success at FIFA World Cup, rowing

Golf is not easy, especially with pot bunkers and extreme wind. Check out the best "golf is hard" moments from the Genesis Scottish Open over the years.

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Ahead of the 2026 Genesis Scottish Open, defending champion Chris Gotterup and fellow TOUR players break down his unique setup and discuss why aiming left of his target keeps him on line.

Chris Gotterup breaks down his unique aim

Go behind the scenes with Chris Gotterup winning the 2026 John Deere Classic as he celebrates with fans and receives a John Deere Gator utility vehicle.

Mic'd up with Chris Gotterup after winning John Deere

Check out all the best shots of the week from the 2026 John Deere Classic, featuring a hole-in-one from Davis Riley, bunker eagles from Lucas Glover and Ryo Hisatsune, plus off-the-green hole-outs from Zach Johnson and Max Homa, among others.

Davis Riley's hole-in-one leads Shots of the Week

After shooting a 9-under 62 to win his third PGA TOUR title of 2026 at the John Deere Classic, Chris Gotterup discusses expectations this week with his brother caddying for him, his history with the tournament, the success he has had this season and carrying the momentum to next week’s Genesis Scottish Open where he defends his title in Scotland.

Chris Gotterup news conference after winning John Deere

Check out all the best shots from the final round of the 2026 John Deere Classic, featuring Max Homa, Chris Gotterup and Rickie Fowler, among others.

Highlights | Round 4 | John Deere

In the final round of the 2026 John Deere Classic, Chris Gotterup shoots a 9-under 62 to win his third PGA TOUR title of the year by one shot. 

Chris Gotterup’s Round 4 highlights from John Deere

Check out the top five bets that cashed at the 2026 John Deere Classic, highlighted by Sunday surges from Max Homa and champion Chris Gotterup.

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After winning his third PGA TOUR title of 2026 at the John Deere Classic, Chris Gotterup discusses the emotions of waiting for his fate on the 72nd hole, earning another victory this year and having his brother Patrick caddie for him this week. 

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Wyndham Clark's 109-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 14 at Travelers

Wyndham Clark's 90-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 12 at Travelers

Wyndham Clark makes birdie on No. 11 at Travelers

Wyndham Clark hits tee shot to 7 feet, sets up birdie on No. 8 at Travelers

Wyndham Clark's 112-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 1 at Travelers

Wyndham Clark's 119-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 17 at Travelers

Wyndham Clark sinks 2-foot putt for birdie on No. 15 at Travelers

Wyndham Clark sinks 2-foot putt for birdie on No. 13 at Travelers

Wyndham Clark's 140-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 10 at Travelers

Wyndham Clark's 180-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 7 at Travelers

Wyndham Clark drains 10-foot birdie putt on No. 2 at Travelers

Wyndham Clark makes birdie on No. 18 at Travelers

Wyndham Clark's 218-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 13 at Travelers

Wyndham Clark sinks a 38-foot birdie putt on No. 12 at Travelers

Wyndham Clark makes birdie on No. 10 at Travelers

Wyndham Clark's 82-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 9 at Travelers

Wyndham Clark gets up-and-down from 65 yards for birdie on No. 6 at Travelers

Wyndham Clark's 136-yard approach sets up birdie on No. 3 at Travelers

Wyndham Clark sinks 34-foot birdie putt on No. 1 at Travelers

Wyndham Clark hits tee shot to 1 foot, sets up birdie on No. 11 at Travelers

Wyndham Clark gets up-and-down from 59 feet from the bunker for birdie on No. 6 at Travelers

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