Justin Thomas pays tribute to his grandfather after Players Championship victory

CNN — Justin Thomas overcame a challenging first two days to win the Players Championship on Sunday, finishing on 14-under after shooting a final-round 68. After his victory, Thomas recalled how his grandfather, who passed away last month aged 89, was at the forefront of his mind as he sealed the win READ: Two golfers score hole-in-ones in same round at Players Championship Thomas celebrates his victory at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. READ: Players Championship famed 17th hole claims victims Thomas, who took home $2.7 million in prize money, now has 14 wins on the PGA Tour. Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images North America/Getty Images READ: Thomas apologizes for using ‘inexcusable’ anti-gay slur During his winner’s interview, Thomas also spoke about his friendship with Woods, who suffered serious leg injuries in a car accident last month. “Part of me wishes he was here so I could rub it in his face a little bit more, but I’m happy and I hope he’s happy and I appreciate his help.” READ: Rory McIlroy says Tiger Woods is ‘doing better’ and hopeful to be home in the ‘next week or so’ DeChambeau and Brian Harman finished tied for third on 12-under behind Thomas and Westwood, while Talor Gooch and Paul Casey shared fifth place on 11-under.