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J.T. Poston battles nerves to win at Memorial Tournament

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Last updated Jun 8, 2026

J.T. Poston battles nerves to win at Memorial Tournament

Summary

J.T. Poston emerged victorious at the Memorial Tournament on June 8, 2026, after a tense playoff against Ryan Gerard. Poston, who took a four-shot lead midway through the final round, struggled with his putting but rallied with clutch birdies on the last five holes. Gerard made a critical five-foot par putt to force the playoff, but Poston secured the win with a three-footer on the 18th after Gerard missed his own par attempt. This marks a significant triumph for Poston at Jack Nicklaus' renowned Muirfield Village.

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By the Numbers

•Poston led by four shots at one point in his final round.
•He made birdies on three of the last five holes.
•Ryan Gerard forced a playoff with a par putt on the final hole.
•Poston won the playoff with a three-footer for par.
•This victory is Poston's first at the Memorial Tournament.

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Just one back thru 13, J.T. Poston knew he was going to shake Jack Nicklaus' hand regardless of the outcome. He just wanted to be proud of his effort. Mission accomplished.
— Yahoo Sports

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