The United States staged a dramatic final-day singles comeback at Medinah to secure a 17-13 victory over the Internationals, capturing an 11th successive Presidents Cup title on Sunday.
Entering the final day trailing by three points, the American squad rallied to dominate the Sunday singles matches, winning nine out of twelve contests. The victory at the venue—which famously hosted Europe’s Ryder Cup comeback in 2012—allowed the hosts to avoid what would have been only their second defeat in the 32-year history of the biennial tournament. Team USA featured eight of the world’s top eleven players.
Jacob Bridgeman Clinches Decisive Point at the 18th
The decisive moment arrived at the final green when Jacob Bridgeman holed a four-foot par putt to secure a one-up victory over Australia’s Min Woo Lee. Bridgeman’s finish sealed the team’s 17-13 win, capping a day of heavy momentum shifts across the course.
The singles lineup saw crucial victories delivered across the board. Alongside Bridgeman, the American point column was bolstered by wins from Cameron Young, Justin Thomas, Scottie Scheffler, Chris Gotterup, Collin Morikawa, Patrick Cantlay, Xander Schauffele, and Jackson Koivun.
Captains Reflect on Medinah History and Final-Day Pressure
US captain Brandt Snedeker acknowledged the venue’s unpredictable nature, noting his own experience as a member of the team defeated during the 2012 Ryder Cup at the same course.
President Trump Attends as Honorary Chairman
The final day’s proceedings drew notable figures to the grounds, with US President Donald Trump attending in his role as honorary chairman. Trump greeted the competitors and addressed the audience with a speech before the matches got under way.