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At Biltmore, 2 dream weeks are unfolding. Only 1 can end that way

Neal Shipley and Ben Kohles are both hunting career-changing wins at the Biltmore. But only one can reach their dream ending on Sunday.

By Josh Schrock · Golf

Published: Saturday, 19 September 2026 at 8:34 PM

Key Things to Know

Neal Shipley holds a one-shot lead entering the final round of the Biltmore Championship.
Shipley entered the week ranked 183rd in the FedEx Cup standings after a difficult rookie season.
A victory would secure Shipley's PGA Tour card and a two-year exemption through 2028.

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PGA Tour rookie Neal Shipley holds a one-shot lead heading into the final round of the Biltmore Championship in Asheville, North Carolina. After struggling throughout his rookie season and entering the tournament ranked 183rd in the FedEx Cup standings, Shipley put himself in contention for his first career PGA Tour victory following three strong rounds, including a 10-under 62 on Friday.

A victory on Sunday would vault Shipley to 74th in the FedEx Cup standings, securing his PGA Tour card for 2027. It would also grant him a two-year exemption on the PGA Tour and a spot in the Championship Series when the tour transitions to a two-tier model in 2028.

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