Scottie Scheffler's three-peat hopes remain alive at The Players Championship, even after an inconsistent second round left him six shots back.

Scottie Scheffler fought frustration stayed in the hunt in Saturday's third round at The Players Championship in his quest for a three-peat.

Scheffler's hopes of an unprecented third consecutive trophy at the PGA Tour's flagship event fizzled out, finishing with a 4-under 284 for the tournament. Braving gusts and sporadic sprinkles, the world's No. 1 golfer carded a 1-over 73 in the final round, entering the clubhouse inside the leading 20 but never threatening a repeat of 2024.