Jerry Kelly wins the Mitsubishi Electric Classic for his 13th PGA Tour Champions title
DULUTH, Ga. (AP) — Jerry Kelly won the Mitsubishi Electric Classic on Sunday for his 13th PGA Tour Champions title, birdieing two of the last four holes for a one-stroke victory over Ernie Els.
The 58-year-old Kelly, tied with Els entering the round, closed with a 5-under 67 to finish at 20-under 196 at TPC Sugarloaf. He opened with a 62 on Friday and shot 67 on Saturday.
Els birdied the last for a 68. He opened with rounds of 65 and 64.
Steven Alker was third at 16 under after a 65.
Angel Cabrera had a 68 to finish fourth at 15 under. Vijay Singh followed at 13 under after a 70.
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