Hamilton Coleman Clinches U.S. Junior Amateur Title with Stunning Birdie
Georgia teen Hamilton Coleman secures victory at the U.S. Junior Amateur with a decisive birdie, earning a spot in next year's U.S. Open.
In a thrilling finale at Trinity Forest, 17-year-old Hamilton Coleman from Augusta, Georgia, captured the U.S. Junior Amateur title. Coleman sealed his victory with a 15-foot birdie putt on the 35th hole, defeating Minh Nguyen of Vietnam with a 2-and-1 score.
Coleman, who is set to play college golf at Georgia, dominated the 36-hole match but faced fierce competition from Nguyen, who is committed to Oregon State. Despite a strong comeback attempt by Nguyen, Coleman maintained his lead and ultimately closed the match with a birdie on the 99-yard 17th hole.
Key Highlights:
- Coleman never trailed in the match.
- Nguyen rallied twice but missed critical birdie chances.
- Coleman's victory earns him a spot in next year's U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills.
"I knew I had to keep hitting quality shots," Coleman remarked. "It got tight, but I never lost faith."
Nguyen's runner-up finish grants him an exemption from qualifying for the upcoming U.S. Amateur at Olympic Club.
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