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‘Beyond Words’ – Former Olympic Silver Medallist Claims First PGA Tour-Sanctioned Win In 15 Years After Incredible Finish

Rory Sabbatini snapped a winless streak of 15 years in PGA Tour-sanctioned events following a remarkable closing stretch at the Stifel Charity Classic…

By Jonny Leighfield · Golf Monthly

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 4:07 PM

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Rory Sabbatini won the PGA Tour Champions' Stifel Charity Classic, his first tour-sanctioned title in 15 years.
Sabbatini carded a 9-under 62 on Sunday to edge runner-up Darren Clarke by one stroke.
The victory arrived during week one of the Charles Schwab Cup Playoffs following a strong back-nine rally.

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Rory Sabbatini ended a 15-year winless streak in PGA Tour-sanctioned events by winning the PGA Tour Champions' Stifel Charity Classic at Norwood Hills Country Club in St. Louis. The South African-born Slovakian rookie overturned a four-shot deficit on the back nine to card a final-round 9-under 62, finishing one stroke ahead of runner-up Darren Clarke.

Sabbatini's closing run featured an eagle on the 15th hole and three straight birdies to finish, including a 40-foot putt at the 18th. The victory marks his maiden senior title following a two-and-a-half-year break from professional golf due to mental exhaustion.

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