Dustin Johnson Wins 2012 PGA St. Jude Classic

Dustin Johnson is playing well at just the right time as we have the US Open approaching this week.  After dealing with a back injury for the last several months, Johnson put together a solid 4 rounds for the tournament win. 

Johnson shot a 4-under 66 for his final round to hold off John Merrick by 1 stroke.  It was a nice little payday for any bettors that wagered on Johnson, who paid off at 18/1.  It was a tight and well played tournament as 11 players were all within 4 shots of Johnson.  This was his 6^th PGA Tour title and his first win since the Barclays last year.

Rory McIlroy played much better this week, which should make him one of the favorites in this year’s US Open.  Had it not been for a 72 on Saturday, McIlroy would have been in the thick of things at the end of the tournament.  I think the victory for him was a good performance as he prepares to defend his Open title this week. 

Top 10 Finishers at the 2012 St. Jude Classic:

1. Dustin Johnson 271

2. John Merrick 272

3. Chad Campbell 273

3. Davis Love III 273

3. Nick O’Hern 273

3. Ryan Palmer 273

7. Robert Allenby 274

7. Ken Duke 274

7. Roy McIroy 274

7. Seung-Yul Noh

11. Greg Owen 275

11. Kevin Stadler 275