Scheffler and Burns Secure Victory, Extend U.S. Lead at Presidents Cup

Albany Schenectady Troy, NY, September 24, 2026 —

Scottie Scheffler and Sam Burns secured a crucial victory for the United States team in a recent Presidents Cup match held in Medinah, Illinois. The American duo’s win contributed to extending the overall lead for the U.S. team, which now stands at 3-2.

The match, part of the ongoing Presidents Cup competition, saw Scheffler and Burns compete together on the course. Their performance resulted in a win for the American contingent, marking a significant point in the tournament’s progression.

The Presidents Cup is a team golf competition contested between a team representing the United States and an International Team representing the rest of the world, excluding Europe. The event is typically held biennially. This year’s contest is taking place in Medinah, Illinois, a location known for hosting major golf championships.

Specific details regarding the opponents faced by Scheffler and Burns, the exact score of their match, or the specific pairings for other matches were not provided in the summary. However, the outcome of Scheffler and Burns’ contest was sufficient to elevate the U.S. team’s standing to a 3-2 advantage over their international counterparts.

The win underscores the strong performance of the American players in the early stages of the Presidents Cup. Further matches are expected to continue the competition, with both teams vying for supremacy over the tournament’s duration.

Story summarized from the original created by DOUG FERGUSON, Associated Press on www.news10.com, see more information here.

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