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U.S. is losing the Presidents Cup. And 1 vexing problem persists

The United States is stunningly losing to the International team at the Presidents Cup at Medinah. And one vexing problem persists.

By Sean Zak · Golf

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 2:28 AM

Key Things to Know

Team USA trails Team International 10.5-7.5 heading into Sunday at the Presidents Cup.
The International team won seven of the nine alternate shot matches played during the week.
The U.S. has recorded only eight wins and 26 losses in alternate shot across their last four team events.

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Team USA will enter Sunday's final round of the Presidents Cup trailing Team International 10.5-7.5 at Medinah Country Club. The Americans struggled heavily in alternate shot matches, losing seven of the nine foursomes contests played throughout the week.

The struggles continue a broader trend across team events, bringing the Americans' record to eight wins and 26 defeats across recent Cups in alternate shot. U.S. captain Brandt Snedeker acknowledged the recurring issue despite preparation, while players such as Russell Henley and Jacob Bridgeman dropped both of their foursomes matches.

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U.S. is losing the Presidents Cup. And 1 vexing problem persists

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