Devin Tovey wins Salt Lake City Amateur title in dramatic playoff

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Devin Tovey wins Salt Lake City Amateur title in dramatic playoff
Summary

Devin Tovey, 32, secured his first Richard C. Kramer Salt Lake City Amateur title on May 31, 2026, at Bonneville Golf Course. After tying with Kenny Palmer at 6-under 138, Tovey triumphed in a sudden-death playoff, making an eagle on the first hole. Tovey's victory is particularly significant as he previously lost in the 2024 tournament. He has played at Bonneville since childhood and expressed deep satisfaction with this achievement. He plans to compete in the Art City Amateur next weekend at Hobble Creek Golf Course.

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  • Devin Tovey won the championship with a score of 138.
  • He defeated Kenny Palmer in a playoff after both shot 6-under.
  • Tovey made a key eagle putt on the playoff hole.
  • Nikko Taggart finished third with a score of 139.
  • Tovey aims to compete in the Art City Amateur next weekend.
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A Bonneville Golf Course regular since he was 5, 32-year-old Devin Tovey won the Salt Lake City Amateur on Sunday in a playoff

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