Masters champion Scott blows chance to top world rankings


Adam Scott tees off at the 15th hole during the final round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill in Florida on Sunday. - AFP

(Reuters) - Adam Scott on Sunday blew a chance to defend his Masters title as the world number one, receiving a harsh reminder of the capricious nature of golf and the importance of putting.

Scott frittered away a three-shot lead in the final round at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, making just one birdie in a four-over-par 76 as he plunged to finish third behind winner Matt Every at Bay Hill in Orlando.

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