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Steven Alker wins PGA Champions Tour event in Texas

May 2, 2022
Steven Alker in action in Texas.

Steven Alker in action in Texas. (Source: Getty)

New Zealand golfer Steven Alker has won the Insperity Invitational tournament on the PGA Champions Tour.

The 50-year-old carded a final round 6-under 66, 4 shot victory in Houston, Texas.

Americans Steve Stricker and Brandt Jobe finished second and third respectively.

The win is Alker's third on the Champions Tour. He collects $534,000 in prize money for his effort.

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