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

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 3:04 AM

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

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

Summary

Jack Whaley, 22, secured his place in the championship match of the U.S. Amateur Championship on August 15, 2026, at Merion Golf Club. Whaley, a rising senior at Florida State University, won his semifinal against Georgia's Carter Loflin 1 up after nearly losing a 3-up lead. The match showcased Whaley's tenacity, as he turned the tide with critical shots, including a steady performance on the difficult 18th hole. He now prepares to face Stanford’s Jay Leng Jr. in the 36-hole final scheduled for August 16, 2026. Whaley's journey includes overcoming past disappointments, with support from his father, Andy, who is caddying for him throughout the tournament.

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By the Numbers

•Jack Whaley wins semifinal match 1 up against Carter Loflin
•Whaley previously entered the tournament as the 60th seed
•Final match is against Jay Leng Jr. on August 16, 2026
•Andy Whaley has been caddying for his son throughout the tournament
•Whaley's success follows years of perseverance in the sport

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3:04 AMYahoo Sports — With dad on bag, England's Jack Whaley plays on at Merion

What they're saying

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Whaley, 22, grew up hitting range balls for lollipops in Yorkshire with his dad, who kept encouraging his son to keep playing through disappointment; now, Whaley finds himself in two majors and on the cusp of winning the U.S. Amateur.
— Yahoo Sports

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