Wyndham Clark secures win at BMW Championship over McIlroy and Cantlay
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Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Wyndham Clark clinched victory at the PGA Tour's BMW Championship, finishing three shots ahead of Rory McIlroy. Despite entering the final round with a five-shot lead, Clark struggled early but regained form with three late birdies. McIlroy had briefly tied for the lead but faltered with a bogey at 17, ultimately placing third. Patrick Cantlay secured solo second, advancing to the season-ending Tour Championship. The PGA Tour season concludes next week at East Lake Golf Club.
- •Wyndham Clark finished at 17 under par with a level-par 70.
- •Rory McIlroy bogeyed the 17th hole, finishing four shots behind Clark.
- •Patrick Cantlay claimed second place, advancing to the Tour Championship.
- •Clark made three birdies in final holes to secure the win.
- •The next PGA Tour event is the Tour Championship at East Lake GC.
"Wyndham Clark overcame blowing a five-shot lead to edge out Rory McIlroy with a dramatic three-shot victory at the PGA Tour's BMW Championship.
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