Rory Sabbatini began the day with a big lead, turned back a challenge on the back nine and shot an even-par 70 on Sunday for a one-stroke victory in the Honda Classic.

Rory Sabbatini had a good round with his new putter for a second day, making five birdie putts to shoot a 4-under 66 and take a five-stroke lead in the Honda Classic on Saturday.

Rory Sabbatini had to settle for beating the No 3 player in the world and a two-time Masters champion. As usual, Tiger Woods wasn't at Colonial.

Rory Sabbatini made a 5-foot birdie on the 18th hole to finish the day with a four-shot lead in the Nissan Open on Saturday.