The TGL championship culminated on Tuesday night with Atlanta Drive Golf Club facing off against New York Golf Club in the second match of a best-of-three series for the league`s first-ever title.
After winning the first match 6-5 on Monday in a tight contest that went down to the wire, Atlanta Drive GC entered Tuesday`s match with a 1-0 series lead. In a dramatic showdown, Atlanta completed a comeback victory, defeating New York 4-3 to sweep the series and hoist the SoFi Cup.
Atlanta`s team featured Billy Horschel, Patrick Cantlay, and Justin Thomas, with Lucas Glover sitting out. New York was represented by Xander Schauffele, Cameron Young, and Rickie Fowler, while Matt Fitzpatrick was absent from the lineup.
Here are the standout moments from Tuesday`s championship match.
Key Highlights from the TGL Championship Final
Celebrities Attend TGL Finals
The TGL championship drew a star-studded audience. Among the notable attendees were actor and comedian Keegan-Michael Key, popular streamer and gamer Ninja, and former NFL quarterback Matt Ryan.
Cantlay`s Close Call for Early Lead
Following a missed putt by New York`s Young, Patrick Cantlay had a chance to give Atlanta an early advantage on the first hole. Cantlay`s 20-foot putt appeared perfect but agonizingly lipped out, keeping the score tied.
Schauffele Gives New York the Lead
New York finally broke the deadlock in the later stages of the triples portion of the match. Schauffele delivered an excellent first shot on Hole 7, positioning his team to take a 1-0 lead. His ball landed within five feet of the hole.
Young Extends New York`s Advantage
NYGC built on their momentum from Hole 7 by securing another point on Hole 8. Young hit a superb approach shot, landing the ball just 15 inches from the cup. New York then opted to use the hammer to double the hole`s value, but Atlanta declined, conceding just a single point and extending New York`s lead.
New York Establishes 3-0 Lead
New York further increased their lead over Atlanta at the start of the singles portion of the match. Schauffele defeated Thomas on Hole 10, putting New York ahead 3-0.
Horschel Puts Atlanta in the Lead on Hole 14
After gradually narrowing New York`s lead in the singles matches, Atlanta finally took the lead on Hole 14. Fowler`s first shot landed in the bunker, creating an opportunity for Atlanta to use the hammer. Horschel capitalized, sinking an approximately 18-foot putt to give Atlanta a 4-3 lead, which they then solidified with a win on Hole 15.
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