Zurich Classic of New Orleans: Cantlay and Schauffele ease to two-shot victory
American duo keep field at bay in closing foursomes to complete wire-to-wire victory at TPC Louisiana.
Patrick Cantlay and Xander Schauffele turned their commanding five-shot overnight lead into a two-shot victory at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans after shooting an even-par 72 in Sunday's closing round of foursomes.
After six opening pars in the alternate shot format, an eagle at 7 thanks to a superb approach from Cantlay and a 7ft 11" putt from Schauffele kept them well clear of the field.
Duo delighted with victory
Thanks for all the messages! Thanks to @patrick_cantlay for the great energy & teamwork. Thanks to @zurich_classic for an awesome event! pic.twitter.com/nfaZaN4CN0
— Xander Schauffele (@XSchauffele) April 25, 2022
Cantlay said after the win: "It was a great week. Second time we've played this event, and we were looking forward to it since last year.
Most wins since October 2020:
— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) April 24, 2022
5 - Patrick Cantlay
4 - Scottie Scheffler
3 - Hideki Matsuyama
3 - Jason Kokrak
3 - Sam Burns
3 - Cameron Smith
3 - Collin Morikawa
2 - Harris English
2 - Rory McIlroy
2 - Jordan Spieth
2 - Max Homa
2 - Viktor Hovland pic.twitter.com/CIqnAGQokR
Ryder Cup form proved ideal guide
On day one of the 2021 Ryder Cup they teamed up to thrash Rory McIlroy and Ian Poulter 5&3 in the opening foursomes and set the tone for the USA's record 19-9 victory.
Fate of the favourites
Cantlay and Schauffele were vying for favouritism at the start of the week with Collin Morikawa and Viktor Hovland.