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Tim Wiedemeyer wins European Amateur, qualifies for British Open

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 2:01 PM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Tim Wiedemeyer wins European Amateur, qualifies for British Open
Summary

Tim Wiedemeyer captured the 2026 European Amateur Championship in Finland, finishing at 13-under 271. The 21-year-old German golfer, who is set to begin his senior season at Texas Tech this fall, secured victory after leading by one stroke on the final hole. Wiedemeyer had previously faced disappointment in the same championship two years ago. His win grants him an exemption into the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale, scheduled for July 16-19.

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  • •Wiedemeyer finished the tournament at 13-under 271.
  • •He topped Nevill Ruiter by two shots.
  • •Wiedemeyer previously struggled at the same event two years ago.
  • •His victory earns him an exemption into the 2026 Open Championship.
  • •The Open Championship will take place from July 16-19.
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  • 2:01 PMYahoo Sports — Texas Tech's Tim Wiedemeyer earns British Open spot after European Amateur victory
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Two years after a heartbreaking collapse, Tim Wiedemeyer won the 2026 European Amateur Championship in Finland.

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