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Jacob Bridgeman Clinches USA’s 17-13 Presidents Cup Win

By Drooid · Sep 28, 2026, 2:20 AM UTC · How we work

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Snedeker Leads USA

Captain Brandt Snedeker led Team USA to a 17-13 Presidents Cup victory over the International team.
USA entered Sunday singles trailing at home for the first time in Presidents Cup history.
Snedeker thanked President Donald Trump for his encouragement and admitted personal responsibility for the deficit.
Rookie Jacob Bridgeman clinched the winning point with a par putt on the 18th green.

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Trump Visits Medinah

U.S. President Donald Trump’s visit prompted TSA-style screening at the first-tee grandstand, Medinah Country Club.
Trump asked for a 15-minute speech at the first tee, which organizers declined.
Air Force One flew low over Medinah Country Club on Sunday, marking the president’s arrival.
Spectators were told to arrive early and expect extra travel time because of security checkpoints.
Some spectators said Trump’s attendance could distract from the competition.

History

Historical Context

The Presidents Cup began in September 1994 at Robert Trent Jones Golf Club, where the United States beat the International team 20-12, establishing a biennial event. After the 2001 Ryder Cup cancellation following the September 11 attacks, organizers tightened security, a practice now applied to high-visibility guests such as former President Donald Trump’s 2024 visit to Medinah Country Club, which will host the 2026 Cup.

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Snedeker Leads USA

Captain Brandt Snedeker led Team USA to a 17-13 Presidents Cup victory over the International team.
USA entered Sunday singles trailing at home for the first time in Presidents Cup history.
Snedeker thanked President Donald Trump for his encouragement and admitted personal responsibility for the deficit.
Rookie Jacob Bridgeman clinched the winning point with a par putt on the 18th green.

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