Ryan Gerard finishes second after playoff loss to J.T. Poston at Memorial
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 1:40 AM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Ryan Gerard struggled through a playoff defeat to J.T. Poston at the Memorial Tournament on June 7 at Muirfield Village Golf Course. The intense heat and challenging course conditions contributed to a draining experience for Gerard, who ultimately finished with a 12-under 276 after tying Poston at 11-under. The pivotal moment came on the second playoff hole, where Gerard missed a crucial 5-foot, 9-inch par putt, allowing Poston to secure victory. Despite the disappointment, Gerard earned a substantial runner-up purse of $2.2 million, reflecting a strong tournament performance following his recent tie for 10th at the Charles Schwab Challenge.
- •Gerard and Poston played 31 holes plus two in a playoff.
- •Gerard birdied the 18th in regulation to force the playoff.
- •He finished the tournament with a score of 12-under 276.
- •Gerard earned $2.2 million as a runner-up.
- •This marks Gerard's second week in a row with a strong finish.
- 1:40 AMYahoo Sports — Gut wrenching Memorial Tournament loss leaves Ryan Gerard drained
"Ryan Gerard reflects on grueling playoff loss to J.T. Poston at the 2026 Memorial Tournament.
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