2026 U.S. Amateur Champion Jack Whaley recaps his victory at historic Merion Golf Club
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Jack Whaley discusses his victory at the 126th U.S. Amateur Championship and the challenges he faced during the finals at Merion Golf Club.
On this week's episode of Subpar, Colt Knost and Drew Stoltz are joined by the newly minted winner of the 126th U.S. Amateur Championship Jack Whaley. The rising senior at Florida State University talks the incredible playoff shot he hit on the 13th hole to secure his place in match play, immediately following that up with a 22-hole showdown with Florida's Jackson Ormond and if hailing from England gave him an advantage in the wet conditions during the finals at Merion Golf Club. -- Celebrate the wins on and off the course with Blue Run Whiskey. Crafted with exceptional attention to detail and a fresh, modern perspective, Blue Run is the perfect way to treat yourself after your next round. Discover all of Blue Run’s expressions and find a retailer near you at bluerunspirits.com . CELEBRATE RESPONSIBLY. © 2026 BLUE RUN SPIRITS, INC., KENTUCKY
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