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Who won the Presidents Cup? The United States completed a remarkable comeback at Medinah Country Club, defeating the International Team 20-10 and capturing its 11th consecutive Presidents Cup. Jacob Bridgeman delivered the decisive moment, beating Min Woo Lee 1-up in the final match of Sunday Singles.
The result extended the Americans’ remarkable dominance in the biennial team competition. The International Team had entered Sunday with a 10.5-7.5 advantage, the first time it had held a lead on foreign soil heading into the final day. That advantage created genuine belief that Geoff Ogilvy’s squad could secure only its second Presidents Cup victory.
Who Won the Presidents Cup? U.S. Team Completes Historic Rally
With 12 singles matches worth one point apiece, the United States needed a powerful response. Cameron Young provided the opening spark, defeating Ryo Hisatsune 3 and 2. Young recovered from an early deficit and sealed the match on the 16th hole with a spectacular 31-foot birdie putt.
Tom Kim answered for the International Team by defeating Wyndham Clark 3 and 2, but the Americans quickly regained control. Justin Thomas beat Corey Conners 5 and 3, while Scottie Scheffler defeated Nico Echavarria 2 and 1 in a match that also produced one of the day’s most memorable sportsmanship moments.
After a spectator shouted during Echavarria’s backswing, Scheffler confronted the disruption and later conceded a lengthy par putt. Despite the tension, the world No. 1 closed out the match on the 17th hole.
Powerful Sunday Wins Shifted the Momentum
Sungjae Im kept the International Team alive with a 3-and-1 victory over Sam Burns. Burns struggled at key moments, including an out-of-bounds tee shot on the second hole and a water-ball double bogey on the 13th.
Chris Gotterup then produced a crucial 1-up win over Christiaan Bezuidenhout. The Presidents Cup rookie built an early three-hole lead before Bezuidenhout mounted a late challenge. Gotterup held his nerve on the 18th, two-putting for par to secure an important American point.
Collin Morikawa followed with another dramatic victory, edging Hideki Matsuyama 1-up. Both players holed putts from more than 40 feet early in the contest, but Morikawa’s 30-foot birdie on the 15th helped him regain control. Matsuyama bogeyed the 18th, allowing Morikawa’s par to clinch the match.
Patrick Cantlay also delivered under pressure, defeating Adam Scott 2 and 1. Cantlay answered a late bogey with a stunning 57-foot birdie on the 16th, sending the Medinah crowd into a celebration and giving the United States another major boost.
Jacob Bridgeman Clinches the Presidents Cup
Rookie Jackson Koivun added another point by defeating Si Woo Kim 2 up. Koivun took his first lead on the 13th hole, added a birdie on the 15th and finished with another birdie on the 18th.
The defining moment came in Match 28. Jacob Bridgeman had controlled much of his contest against Min Woo Lee, but the outcome remained uncertain as the players reached the closing hole. Lee’s bogey opened the door, and Bridgeman made the necessary par to win 1-up and officially secure the Cup for the United States.
Bridgeman’s victory sparked emotional celebrations among the American players and captain Brandt Snedeker. It was a breakthrough moment for the Presidents Cup rookie, who handled the enormous pressure of deciding the competition in front of a passionate Medinah crowd.
Nick Taylor and Russell Henley halved their match, while Xander Schauffele defeated Ryan Fox 2 and 1 in the anchor match. Schauffele made six birdies and sealed the win with a 15-foot birdie on the 17th.
What the Presidents Cup Result Means
- The United States won the Presidents Cup 20-10.
- Jacob Bridgeman clinched the title against Min Woo Lee.
- The Americans captured their 11th consecutive Presidents Cup.
- The International Team held a 10.5-7.5 lead entering Sunday Singles.
- Medinah hosted one of the most dramatic comebacks in Presidents Cup history.
For the International Team, the defeat was painful after building its strongest position in years. For the United States, the comeback reinforced its control of the event while highlighting the depth of its roster. The final day featured veteran leadership, rookie composure and several unforgettable shots.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Presidents Cup?
The United States won the Presidents Cup, defeating the International Team 20-10 at Medinah Country Club.
Who clinched the Presidents Cup for the United States?
Jacob Bridgeman clinched the title by defeating Min Woo Lee 1-up in Sunday Singles.
How many straight Presidents Cups has the U.S. won?
The victory marked the United States’ 11th consecutive Presidents Cup triumph.
What was the score entering Sunday Singles?
The International Team led 10.5-7.5 entering Sunday’s 12 singles matches.
