Wyndham Clark stormed to victory at the 2026 CJ Cup Byron Nelson, firing an exceptional 10-under 60 in the final round at TPC Craig Ranch. This remarkable performance secured him a three-stroke lead over runner-up Si Woo Kim. Starting the day two shots behind, Clark found his groove with precise ball-striking and confident putting, leading to his fourth PGA Tour title and his first since 2024. His winning score of 30-under par was a testament to his exceptional play.
Beyond the trophy, Clark’s triumph came with a substantial prize of $1,854,000 from the tournament’s $10.3 million purse, a significant boost to his FedEx Cup standings.
Reflecting on his performance, Clark highlighted his putting as the decisive factor:
“I mean, obviously, the putting. That was a pretty epic putting session or display this week… I’ve been hitting it good, kind of all year, but definitely the putting,” Clark stated.
Texas Favorites Face Tough Competition
World number one Scottie Scheffler finished in third place at 25-under par, continuing his streak of strong finishes without a victory. While his consistent play remains unmatched, his wedge game didn’t create enough close birdie opportunities. Scheffler acknowledged Clark’s outstanding play: “Sometimes you’ve just got to tip your cap and say good playing, and 60 was going to be pretty tough to beat today.”
Jordan Spieth, after an impressive second-round 62, saw his chances diminish due to a challenging Saturday. He concluded the tournament tied for 19th, reflecting on the week: “I had stretches where things were really close, but I just didn’t put four rounds together. There’s a lot to build on, but also a lot I need to tighten up.”
Emerging Talent: Blades Brown Impresses
A standout story of the week was 19-year-old Blades Brown, who secured a tie for 14th place and earned special temporary PGA Tour membership. Brown’s steady iron play and composed decision-making under pressure marked the arrival of a promising young talent ready for top-level competition. His performance, while not challenging the leaders on Sunday, garnered significant attention and ensures him more opportunities to compete against the best.
Si Woo Kim Secures Second Place
Si Woo Kim, who held the 54-hole lead, posted a final-round 65 to finish at 27-under par. His tournament included a remarkable second-round 60 and one of the highest birdie counts. His runner-up finish earned him $1,122,700. Kim remained in contention until Clark’s late surge, which featured birdies on four of his last five holes.
Significance of Clark’s Victory
Clark’s win, coming just a week after missing the cut at the PGA Championship, demonstrated a remarkable turnaround. “I came here and said, ‘Alright, our game’s good, we just have to figure out the driver,’ and then I got that back into play… made some good putts,” Clark explained. The victory awards him 500 FedEx Cup points and 39 Official World Golf Ranking points, propelling him back into the elite ranks.
Looking Ahead: Charles Schwab Challenge
The PGA Tour now moves to Fort Worth for the 2026 Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial Country Club. The field will include top players like Scottie Scheffler, who will aim to build on his performance at the Byron Nelson. For Clark, this next event presents an opportunity to maintain his momentum as the season progresses, with his confidence and putting at peak form.
