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Zach Johnson enjoys hometown support at Principal Charity Classic

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Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Zach Johnson enjoys hometown support at Principal Charity Classic
Summary

Zach Johnson made his PGA Tour Champions debut at the Principal Charity Classic in Des Moines, Iowa, drawing significant local support. After a rough start with two early bogeys, he rebounded with seven birdies, finishing the first round at 3-under 69. Johnson followed up with a strong bogey-free 9-under 63 on Saturday, entering the final round tied for the lead. The crowds applauded every shot, demonstrating their unwavering support for the Cedar Rapids native and two-time major champion.

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By the Numbers
  • •Zach Johnson is competing at the Principal Charity Classic in Iowa.
  • •He started with a 3-under 69 and a bogey-free 9-under 63.
  • •Supportive crowds cheered even for his mistakes.
  • •Johnson's tournament debut celebrates his Iowa roots.
  • •He has six top-five finishes in seven starts this season.
Latest Updates
  • 12:20 AMESPN Golf — Johnson wins Champions event at home in Iowa
  • 10:59 PMYahoo Sports — Zach Johnson wins in home state of Iowa on PGA Tour Champions
  • 10:38 PMYahoo Sports — Zach Johnson wins PGA Tour Champions event at home in Iowa
  • 10:17 PMYahoo Sports — Zach Johnson wins on home soil, claiming the Principal Charity Classic in Iowa
  • 10:09 PMYahoo Sports — Iowa golf icon Zach Johnson wins Principal Charity Classic
  • 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — During homecoming in Iowa, Zach Johnson talks value of PGA Tour's small market events
What they're saying
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Zach Johnson won the Principal Charity Classic on Sunday in his debut in his home-state event, shooting a 5-under 67 for a four-stroke victory at Wakonda Club. Johnson grew up in Cedar Rapids, about two hours away. Johnson opened with a 69 and shot 63 on Saturday.

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Zach Johnson won the Principal Charity Classic on Sunday in his debut in his home-state event, shooting a 5-under 67 for a four-stroke victory at Wakonda Club.

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Zach Johnson, a PGA Tour Champions rookie, made his first start at the Principal Charity Classic in his home state of Iowa this weekend.

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