Florida State Student Jack Whaley Wins 126th U.S. Amateur Golf Championship
Jack Whaley, a 22-year-old rising senior at Florida State University, won the 126th U.S. Amateur Golf Championship, held at Merion Golf Club in Philadelphia. He overcame an early deficit in the final match, securing a 4-and-3 victory over Jay Leng…
Philadelphia, PA, August 16, 2026 —
Jack Whaley, a 22-year-old rising senior at Florida State University, has claimed victory at the 126th U.S. Amateur Golf Championship. The prestigious tournament concluded at Merion Golf Club in Philadelphia, with Whaley emerging as the champion after a hard-fought final match.
Whaley faced Jay Leng Jr. in the championship match. Despite an early deficit, Whaley mounted a comeback to secure a 4-and-3 victory. The decisive moment came on the 33rd hole, clinching his place in the tournament’s history books.
This win is a significant milestone for Whaley, placing him among an elite group of golfers who have previously won the U.S. Amateur. Past champions include notable names such as Justin Rose, Arnold Palmer, and Tiger Woods, underscoring the championship’s stature in the world of golf.
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