Chris Gotterup went toe to toe with Rory McIlroy in the final group of the Scottish Open on Sunday and took down the reigning Masters champion to secure the biggest win of his young career, a result that some found shocking.

American Chris Gotterup will have an extended stay in the U.K. after winning the Scottish Open and earning a spot in next week's British Open.

From the Jersey Shore to the Scottish Coast, Chris Gotterup has laid claim to the biggest title of his professional golf career. Holding off fellow 54-hole leader Rory McIlroy at the Renaissance Club,