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Cameron Young Claims Players Championship in Thrilling Finish

3/18/2026

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Cameron Young won The Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass, his second PGA Tour victory, after beating Matthew Fitzpatrick by one stroke with a final-hole 375-yard drive.
Justin Thomas congratulated Cameron Young after the victory.
Young's career includes seven runner-up finishes and notable performances in majors and the Ryder Cup.
The victory signals an exciting season ahead, with focus on the Masters.

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Cameron Young won The Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass, his second PGA Tour victory, after beating Matthew Fitzpatrick by one stroke with a final-hole 375-yard drive.
Justin Thomas congratulated Cameron Young after the victory.
Young's career includes seven runner-up finishes and notable performances in majors and the Ryder Cup.
The victory signals an exciting season ahead, with focus on the Masters.