Adam Schenk Wins the Butterfield Bermuda Championship
In a day marked by strong winds, Adam Schenk achieved an unexpected victory at the Butterfield Bermuda Championship, securing his first title on the PGA Tour after 243 attempts. Schenk closed the tournament with a par 71 round, demonstrating remarkable resilience against the difficult weather conditions. The triumph comes at a crucial moment for Schenk, who was in 134th place in the FedEx Cup standings, just two tournaments away from having to return to qualifying school. During the final round, the golfer faced winds that exceeded 30 mph, achieving a birdie and four crucial par saves. The last par save was especially complicated. On the 18th hole, his approach landed slightly off the green. Schenk opted to use the putter to overcome about 6 feet of rough, but the wind deflected the ball, leaving it about 5 feet from the hole. With a soft touch, he managed to sink the ball and secure the victory.This victory grants Schenk a two-year exemption on the PGA Tour, a significant achievement at a time when maintaining full status is vital. Only the top 100 in the FedEx Cup gain full status for the smaller fields in 2026. Takumi Kanaya, from Japan, had the opportunity to tie with Schenk, but a mistake on the final hole prevented him from catching up. Chandler Phillips, with an outstanding performance, finished in second place, which secured him a place on the tour. Schenk, after a difficult period where he missed six consecutive cuts, made adjustments to his game, including practicing putts with one hand. Now, with his victory, he secures a place in at least one major event with a purse of $20 million next year, in addition to the PGA Championship and The Players Championship. The victory was not easy, especially with the wind that forced the starting times to be brought forward to avoid the worst. Schenk made crucial putts from between 6 and 8 feet on holes 12 and 14. On the 16th hole, despite a slight imbalance, he managed an excellent chip to save par. In the 17th hole, a 6-foot birdie putt was blown off course by the wind, forcing Schenk to scramble for a final par.I’ve putted for PGA Tour wins so many times in my barn. To see one go in is something I’ll never forget.
Adam Schenk
I knew I could win. It’s just a matter of executing every shot and handling every situation I put myself in. I can’t believe it’s over. It seems like the longest day ever.
Adam Schenk
