Austin Christner captures second Greater South Bend Men's Metro title

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Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Austin Christner captures second Greater South Bend Men's Metro title

Summary

Austin Christner won the 102nd Annual Greater South Bend Men's Metro golf tournament at Erskine Park Golf Course on July 26, finishing at five strokes under par. After leading by six strokes heading into the weekend, Christner solidified his victory by carding four consistent rounds. His final score was aided by a strong performance during the back nine on Saturday, where he regained his rhythm. Matt Noll finished in second place at five over par, while three-time champion Ben Szklarek took third at nine over par. Christner's victory adds him to the list of players who have won the tournament at least twice.

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By the Numbers

•Christner led the tournament after the first weekend.
•He won with a score of -5 over four rounds.
•Noll finished second at +5, Szklarek third at +9.
•Christner celebrated with family after the victory.
•Next year, he could become a three-time champion.

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5:35 PMYahoo Sports — Austin Christner wins 102nd Annual Greater South Bend Men's Metro golf tourney

What they're saying

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Austin Christner, who held a commanding six stroke lead heading into the second weekend of the 102nd Annual Greater South Bend Men's Metro, won at -5.
— Yahoo Sports

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