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Zach Johnson Secures Second Debut Victory at Principal Charity Classic

6/15/2026

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Zach Johnson Wins

Zach Johnson won the Principal Charity Classic at Wakonda Club in Iowa with a 5-under 67, finishing four strokes ahead.
He posted a 17-under 199 total, his second victory in his debut PGA Tour Champions season.
Johnson opened with a 69 and followed with a 63 on Saturday.
Richard Green (68) and Retief Goosen (70) tied for second place.
David Bransdon and Brett Quigley each shot 71, finishing 12 under.

Summary

Johnson Wins Debut

Johnson won the Principal Charity Classic in his debut, becoming only the fourth golfer to do so.
He closed with a 67, posting seven birdies and two bogeys, the day’s lowest round.
Johnson said controlling his emotions all week was essential.
He added that the victory gave him peace and freedom.
He noted that returning to Wakonda Club, his Drake venue, added ‘icing on the cake’ to the win.

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Zach Johnson Wins

Zach Johnson won the Principal Charity Classic at Wakonda Club in Iowa with a 5-under 67, finishing four strokes ahead.
He posted a 17-under 199 total, his second victory in his debut PGA Tour Champions season.
Johnson opened with a 69 and followed with a 63 on Saturday.
Richard Green (68) and Retief Goosen (70) tied for second place.
David Bransdon and Brett Quigley each shot 71, finishing 12 under.

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