from Brian Formica at www.digtriad.com….
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. – Former NC State golfer and Grimsley High School alum Carl Pettersson had another fast start and finished with a 2-under 69 for a five-shot victory over Zach Johnson on Sunday in the RBC Heritage.
Pettersson had a run of five straight birdies on the front nine during the third round Saturday to move in front. This time, Pettersson birdied three of the first five holes on the way to building a five-shot lead by the turn that he never relinquished. He finished at 14 under.
It was Pettersson’s fifth career PGA Tour title and first since the 2010 Canadian Open. He tied countryman Jesper Parnevik for most wins on tour by a Swedish player.
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More on Pettersson from News and Observer Raleigh:
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. — Carl Pettersson is happy being himself.
And if having a few cold beers or an extra helping of ice cream doesn’t fit the model of the modern professional golfer, that’s not his problem.
Pettersson, a 34-year old former N.C. State golfer who still calls Raleigh home, knows what works for him. Three years ago, he went on a fitness kick, eating healthy and burning off more than 30 pounds, losing his golf game quicker than the inches came off his waist.
CLICK HERE to read more here on Pettersson from Ron Green Jr. in the N&O…..