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Jack Whaley advances to U.S. Amateur final at Merion Golf Club

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Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Jack Whaley advances to U.S. Amateur final at Merion Golf Club

Summary

Jack Whaley of Florida State University progressed to the championship match of the U.S. Amateur at Merion Golf Club after a semifinal victory. Whaley defeated No. 8 seed Carter Loflin 1-up, marking him as the first FSU golfer to reach the final since 2008. He will face Stanford's Jay Leng in a 36-hole final on Sunday. Whaley has had an impressive tournament run, knocking out several higher-seeded players along the way and is currently ranked No. 90 in the World Amateur Golf Ranking after a significant rise this year.

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By the Numbers

•Whaley won the semifinal match against Loflin on the 18th hole.
•He will compete against Jay Leng in the final on Sunday at 9 a.m.
•Whaley's recent form includes strong finishes in other prestigious tournaments.
•He is the first FSU player in the U.S. Amateur final since Drew Kittleson in 2008.
•Whaley's match play victories include notable opponents throughout the tournament.

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