The Comeback of the Century
The US golf team just served some serious main character energy at Medinah. After heading into Sunday’s 12 final singles matches trailing 10.5-7.5, the Americans pulled off a massive rally to beat the Internationals 17-13, securing their 11th straight Presidents Cup win.
The real tea? The Internationals were lowkey poised to finally snap a 28-year losing streak, but the plot thickened when Jacob Bridgeman sank a four-foot par putt on the 18th hole to take down Australian Min Woo Lee 1-up. That point officially sealed the deal for the Americans, moving their all-time record in the event to 14-1-1.
The Trump Factor
Donald Trump was in the house for the win, adding yet another high-profile sporting event to his 2026 watchlist. US captain Brandt Snedeker didn't hold back on the credit, telling the team and the press that the victory was partially fueled by some presidential encouragement.
“I told him if we did this, he gets all the credit,” Snedeker said after the win. Snedeker also noted that he kept his squad focused on Medinah’s history of "funny things happening," reminding them of the famous "Miracle at Medinah" Ryder Cup comeback back in 2012.
Why it matters
This victory isn't just about the trophy; it’s a total flex for the US team, who came in with eight of the world’s top 11 golfers. For the Internationals, it’s a major L as they continue to struggle to close out a title. For you, it’s a reminder that no lead is safe in sports—and apparently, some people are very happy to share the spotlight with the leader of the free world.
