U.S. Secures Third Straight Bridges Cup Win with Dominant Singles Performance
January 22, 2025The U.S. team, captained by Jeff Fujimoto, triumphed over the International team with a score of 17-15, marking their third consecutive Bridges Cup victory at Haesley Nine Bridges in South Korea.
The competition kicked off on January 20, 2025, with the American team establishing a commanding 5-1 lead during the four-ball matches.
The International team showed resilience, narrowing the deficit to just two points before the singles matches commenced on January 22.
In the singles matches, the Americans excelled, winning five of the last eight contests, with Scott Anderson, Andrew Medley, and Drew Stoltz each securing impressive 5-and-4 victories.
Drew Kittleson played a crucial role in the U.S. team's success, clinching a vital 2-and-1 victory against Jacob Austin.
International captain Simon Holt praised his team's efforts but acknowledged they ran out of holes to catch up in the final stretch.
Commentator Simon Holmes noted that the Bridges Cup's success underscores the growing appeal of mid-amateur team golf.
This Ryder Cup-style event, which showcases elite mid-amateur golfers, is a collaboration between CJ Group and 8AM Golf and spans three days.
The Bridges Cup was inaugurated in 2022 at Nine Bridges on Jeju Island, followed by the second edition in 2023 at Les Bordes in France.
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Golf.com • Jan 22, 2025
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