Aaron Rai wins the Wyndham Championship
August 12, 2024
The tournament was marked by a dramatic turn of events, particularly during the final round, where Rai's steady play and focus allowed him to capitalise on a late collapse by Max Greyserman, who had led for much of the day.
Rai's victory was secured with a final-round 64, bringing his total to 18-under-par for the tournament. His triumph was sealed on the 72nd hole, where he struck a precise iron shot from 200 yards, leaving himself a seven-foot putt which he confidently holed to ensure the win. This birdie capped off a day of consistent play, underscoring his resilience and composure under pressure.
The turning point came when Greyserman, who had held a four-shot lead with just five holes remaining, faltered with a quadruple bogey on the 14th hole and a double bogey on the 16th. These errors opened the door for Rai, who took full advantage to secure the title by two strokes.
Rai's victory earned him £1.12 million in prize money and 500 FedEx Cup points, significantly boosting his standing as the PGA Tour heads into the FedEx Cup Playoffs. This win not only marks a major milestone in Rai's career but also positions him as a formidable contender in future tournaments.
Final Leaderboard
Aaron Rai (ENG) - 18-under-par (65-65-68-64) - £1,122,000
Max Greyserman (USA) - 16-under-par (69-60-66-69) - £679,700
J.J. Spaun (USA) - 15-under-par (68-67-66-64) - £367,200
Ryo Hisatsune (JPN) - 15-under-par (67-67-64-67) - £367,200
Luke Clanton (USA) (amateur) - 14-under-par (68-67-62-69) - N/A
Austin Eckroat (USA) - 13-under-par (64-72-64-67) - £255,000
Eric Cole (USA) - 12-under-par (68-68-69-63) - £196,100
Trace Crowe (USA) - 12-under-par (65-67-69-67) - £196,100
Billy Horschel (USA) - 12-under-par (62-68-71-67) - £196,100
Adam Svensson (CAN) - 12-under-par (68-65-66-69) - £196,100
Ben Griffin (USA) - 12-under-par (65-70-63-70) - £196,100