Stanford and UCLA advance after dramatic NCAA playoff finish

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Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Stanford and UCLA advance after dramatic NCAA playoff finish
Summary

In the NCAA Championship on June 2, Stanford and UCLA secured the final two match-play spots following a sudden-death playoff involving four teams. Both teams entered the playoff after finishing at 2 under par alongside North Carolina and Tennessee. The intense playoff was marked by notable individual performances, including North Carolina's Carson Bertagnole securing a crucial birdie to keep his team alive until the playoff round. Ultimately, UCLA achieved a total of 1 over par while Stanford shot even par, leading to the elimination of North Carolina and Tennessee. This playoff showcased the lowest match-play cut in the event's history at 2 under, highlighting the competitive of college golf.

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  • Stanford and UCLA join the NCAA match-play after playoff chaos
  • North Carolina and Tennessee eliminated in sudden-death
  • Lowest match-play cut ever recorded at 2 under par
  • The playoff format included aggregate scoring among teams
  • Carson Bertagnole made key birdie to keep North Carolina's hopes alive
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The Cardinal and Bruins defeated North Carolina and Tennessee in the craziest playoff in the match-play era’s 17 years – four teams for two spots.

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