Young Edges Fitzpatrick in TPC Sawgrass Thriller

PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. – Cameron Young claimed the title at The Players Championship on March 15, 2026, after a dramatic finish that saw him hold off a determined Matt Fitzpatrick. Young finished at 13-under-par, securing a $4.5 million prize.

The victory marks Young’s second PGA Tour title. He rallied from four shots back in the final round, highlighted by a crucial birdie on the iconic 17th hole.

A Final Hole Showdown

The tournament came down to a head-to-head battle between Young and Fitzpatrick. Fitzpatrick’s struggles on the 18th hole proved decisive, as he missed a par putt, allowing Young to secure the win with a 16-inch par putt of his own.

“The nerves kicked in over an eight-inch putt on the last,” Young admitted. “The hole looked really tiny at that point.”

Cameron Young

Young’s performance included a record-breaking 375-yard drive on the 18th hole.

Prize Money Breakdown

The Players Championship boasted a substantial prize pool, with significant payouts for the top finishers:

• 1st: Cameron Young – $4,500,000
• 2nd: Matt Fitzpatrick – $2,225,000
• 3rd: Xander Schauffele – $1,725,000
• 4th: Robert MacIntyre – $1,225,000
• 5th: Sudarshan Yellamaraju, Jacob Bridgeman, Ludvig Åberg – $925,000

Several other players also earned over $1 million for their performance.

Yellamaraju’s Breakthrough Performance

Sudarshan Yellamaraju, the Canadian who learned to play golf by watching YouTube videos, had a standout week, earning nearly $1 million – his largest career prize money to date. His previous best was $180,000 on the Korn Ferry Tour.

FAQ

Who won The Players Championship in 2026?

Cameron Young won The Players Championship in 2026.

How much did the winner receive?

The winner, Cameron Young, received $4.5 million.

What was notable about Sudarshan Yellamaraju’s performance?

Yellamaraju had his best career performance on the PGA Tour and earned his largest prize money to date.