Hovland Struggles with Form at Pebble Beach

Viktor Hovland is competing at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, a venue where he previously won the 2018 U.S. Amateur, but is currently frustrated with his game. Despite a strong opening round of 65, leaving him one stroke behind the leader, Hovland has been dealing with technical issues and consistency problems since his successful 2023 season. His 2024 performance has been affected by coaching changes, a wrist injury, and a broken toe. Hovland is determined to improve, actively working on his swing and mental approach, and believes his best golf is still ahead. His familiarity with Pebble Beach provides confidence as he seeks to regroup and capitalize on his potential. He acknowledges the complexity and challenges of the game, maintaining a cautiously optimistic outlook for the future.