Woods wins at Memorial with birdie-birdie finish

DUBLIN, Ohio (Reuters) - Tiger Woods came from four strokes behind to win the Memorial tournament by a shot on Sunday, sealing his 67th PGA Tour victory with a dramatic birdie-birdie finish.

Helped by one of the best driving displays of his career, the world number one rammed in a nine-footer at the 17th before hitting an exquisite approach to 14 inches at the par-four last.

He tapped in the putt for his seventh birdie of the day and a seven-under-par 65 at Muirfield Village Golf Club before removing his cap to acknowledge the roars from the crowd.

Woods won the tournament for a record fourth time with a 12-under total of 276, finishing ahead of fellow American Jim Furyk who rolled in a 22-foot birdie putt at the 18th for a 69.

"That was unbelievable," tournament host Jack Nicklaus said to Woods as he shook hands with the 14-times major champion on the edge of the 18th green.

American Jonathan Byrd, who held a two-shot lead with six holes to play, battled over the tough closing stretch to card a 72 and share third place at eight under with compatriot Mark Wilson.

Tour veteran Davis Love III was a further two strokes back after closing with a 73, level with Americans Matt Kuchar (71) and co-leader overnight Matt Bettencourt (75).

Woods, sidelined for the second half of last year while recovering from reconstructive knee surgery, was delighted to win his second PGA Tour title this season in just seven starts.

"It was just about being patient," the 33-year-old told reporters after shooting the lowest round of the day.