USA Completes Sunday Surge to Extend Presidents Cup Streak
The United States defeated the International Team 17-13 at Medinah to secure an 11th consecutive Presidents Cup. Trailing by three points entering Sunday singles, the Americans won that session 9½-2½, the largest margin in event history. Jacob Bridgeman sealed the result by beating Min Woo Lee 1 up.
The International side carried a 10½-7½ advantage into Sunday, marking the first time it led before singles on American soil. A five-point sweep in Friday foursomes had helped build that cushion, leaving the U.S. four points back before trimming the gap by one.
In singles, the Americans claimed nine matches and halved another for a record 9½-2½ session. Jacob Bridgeman’s 1-up victory over Min Woo Lee delivered the decisive 15½ point. Jackson Koivun, a 21-year-old Auburn NCAA champion, erased a two-hole deficit after 10 and won 2 up.
This result may strengthen the Presidents Cup’s reputation for dramatic finishes, potentially drawing more casual viewers and boosting interest in future editions. Bridgeman and Koivun could gain wider recognition, while the International Team may face heightened expectations in 2028. Fans of both sides may feel the emotional swing, and sponsors/media could see renewed attention around team golf.