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Brandt Snedeker made ‘mistakes.’ But his biggest decision won the U.S. the Presidents Cup

Brandt Snedeker made "mistakes" as U.S. team captain. But his biggest decision, to bring Jackson Koivun, might've won the Presidents Cup.

By GOLF Editors · Golf

Published: Monday, 28 September 2026 at 2:10 AM

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Team USA rallied from a three-point deficit entering Sunday singles to win the Presidents Cup.
Captain Brandt Snedeker admitted earlier mistakes, including benching Scottie Scheffler during foursomes.
Rookie Jackson Koivun rallied from 2-down through 10 holes against International standout Si Woo Kim.

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Team USA captain Brandt Snedeker admitted making strategic mistakes as his squad faced a three-point deficit entering Sunday singles at the Presidents Cup at Medinah. However, the United States staged a historic comeback during singles play, driven in part by Snedeker's decision to match rookie Jackson Koivun against International team standout Si Woo Kim.

Koivun, who turned professional in June, overcame a two-hole deficit through 10 holes against Kim. The 21-year-old rallied by winning four of five holes, holding a 1-up lead entering the 18th hole before hitting a decisive 8-iron approach shot that drew high praise from Snedeker.

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Brandt Snedeker made ‘mistakes.’ But his biggest decision won the U.S. the Presidents Cup

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