‘I’m dejected’: Late bogeys cost promising pro PGA Tour card

Cole Hammer missed out on earning his PGA Tour card after late bogeys during Sunday's final round at the 2026 Korn Ferry Tour Championship. Entering the week holding the 20th and final qualifying position, the 27-year-old shot a two-over 73 to finish tied for 43rd. The result dropped Hammer to 22nd in the season standings, allowing David Lamb to take the 20th spot.

Hammer expressed dejection following his round, citing struggles with his ball striking and critical back-to-back bogeys on his eighth and ninth holes. Despite the disappointment of facing another season on the Korn Ferry Tour, Hammer emphasized that he maintained confidence in himself and remains positive about his professional future.