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J.J. Spaun shows strong form at BMW PGA Championship after Presidents Cup omission

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 3:33 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

J.J. Spaun shows strong form at BMW PGA Championship after Presidents Cup omission
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J.J. Spaun, competing at the BMW PGA Championship in Wentworth, shot a 6-under 66 in his second round. Spaun expressed disappointment at being left off the U.S. Presidents Cup team at Medinah, a decision he did not anticipate. His performance this summer and victory at the Valero Texas Open contributed to expectations for selection. Spaun, currently two shots off the lead at 10 under, emphasized his motivation to win the tournament despite it being his debut.

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  • •Spaun recorded a 6-under 66 in the second round.
  • •He was recently left off the U.S. Presidents Cup roster.
  • •Spaun entered the clubhouse two shots off the lead at 10 under.
  • •He previously won the Valero Texas Open this year.
  • •The BMW PGA Championship is Spaun's debut at this event.
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  • 3:33 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 BMW PGA Championship: J.J. Spaun motivated after being U.S. Presidents Cup's 'odd man out'
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J.J. Spaun said he wasn't expecting to be left off the U.S. Presidents Cup team at Medinah. It proved to be good motivation during his second round at the BMW PGA Championship, where he shot a 6-under 66.

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