Seamus Power PGA Tour card conditional 2026 RSM Classic finish highlights Sami Valimaki win golf news
Dive into the thrilling conclusion of the RSM Classic where Seamus Power clinched a conditional PGA Tour card for 2026 after tying for seventh place. Starting from 129th in the FedEx Fall standings, Power’s impressive climb to 117th with a final round of 67 secured his spot for around 20 tournaments next year.
Watch highlights from the Seaside Course, including Power’s birdies and the tournament’s winner, Sami Valimaki of Finland, who earned a two-year exemption and soared to 51st in the standings. Also, check out Ricky Castillo’s 62 and Max McGreevy’s surge in this golf recap.
Get the full story on Power’s journey, the leaderboard details, and what this means for his 2026 season in professional golf.
A dramatic finish at the RSM Classic has left its mark on the PGA Tour’s future with a thrilling battle for status in 2026. Sheamus P’s valiant effort fell just shy of a full card, but his determination earned him a conditional one. P’s journey began at the FedEx fall standings where he started in 129th place. The top 100 golfers secure full PGA Tour status, while those in the 101 to 125 range gain conditional status, offering a chance to compete in approximately 20 tournaments. Power’s impressive climb up the rankings from 145th earlier in the month culminated in a tied seventh place finish at the RSM Classic in Georgia. Playing on the challenging seaside course, Power knew he had to improve his position to break into the top 100. Starting the final round tied for eighth. He began strongly with a birdie on the par for first, sinking a 10-ft putt. Steady golf followed with another birdie on the par 57th, but a dropped shot on the eighth meant he turned in 34. P’s persistence paid off with birdies on the par 413th and par 317th, eventually signing for a round of 67. This left him at minus 18 for the tournament, five shots behind the eventual winner, Sammy Valamaki of Finland. While Power may feel the disappointment of missing out on a top 100 finish and full tour card, his impressive climb up the rankings is a testament to his skill and determination. But here’s where it gets controversial. With a conditional card, P’s future on the PGA Tour is uncertain. Will he be able to secure a full card through performance or will he have to rely on his conditional status? And this is the part most people miss, the impact of tournament winners. Valamaki’s win not only secured him a 2-year exemption on tour, but also propelled him 23 spots up the FedEx Cup point standings, qualifying him for the first two big money signature events of 2026. This also had a ripple effect with McGrevy and Castillo’s strong finishes pushing them towards the top 60 in the standings. So, what’s your take on P’s conditional card? Is it a stepping stone to greater success or a potential roadblock? Share your thoughts in the comments and let’s discuss the future of these golfers.
