Seamus Power’s quest for a PGA Tour card took a hit at the Bermuda Championship. Despite a strong start, a late bogey run left him tied for 11th. Adam Schenk, after 243 starts, finally claimed his first PGA Tour win. With a gritty performance, Schenk secured a two-year exemption and a spot in major events. Chandler Phillips’ runner-up finish vaulted him towards full status. Join us as we break down the dramatic final round and the implications for Power’s season-ending push.
In a dramatic turn of events at the Bermuda Championship, Sheamus P’s quest to secure his PGA Tour card took a heartbreaking detour while Adam Shank emerged victorious in a thrilling finale. But here’s where it gets controversial. Was it Power’s costly bogey run that sealed his fate? Or did Shanks gritty performance simply outshine the competition? Let’s dive in. On a windy Sunday at Port Royal Golf Course, Waterford native Sheamus Power entered the final round just three shots off the lead, riding high on a stellar 67 from the previous day. However, his hopes of climbing the leaderboard were dashed as he carded a disappointing 73, finishing tied for 11th at 7 under, five shots behind Shank. P’s round started promisingly with two birdies and a bogey on the front nine. And he even gained a shot on the 11th to sit just two strokes off the lead. And this is the part most people miss. Despite his strong start, P’s game unraveled in the final five holes where he racked up four bogeies on 14, 16, 17, and 18. This late collapse raises questions. Was it nerves, fatigue, or simply the pressure of the moment? For power, this week’s performance could have significant implications. After a summer marred by injury, he’s been finishing the season on a high note. Yet, with the RSM Classic looming next week, he now sits 129th in the FedEx fall standings, a precarious position as only the top 100 earned PGA Tour cards for 2026 and the top 125 secure conditional status. What do you think? Is P’s current ranking a temporary setback or a sign of deeper challenges? Meanwhile, Adam Shanks story is one of perseverance and triumph. Battling winds gusting over 30 mph, Shank steadied himself for an even par 71, edging out Chandler Phillips by a single stroke. His victory in his 243rd PGA Tour start was nothing short of emotional. “Unbelievable,” Shanks said. “I was really hoping this day would come at some point in my life. never really know if it is. That’s what makes the journey so amazing, interesting, and it’s a surreal moment when it finally does. Shanksin couldn’t have come at a better time. Sitting 134th in the FedEx Cup with just one event left, he faced the prospect of returning to Q School to regain his tour card. Instead, he walked away with a 2-year exemption, a spot in at least one 2026 signature event, and births into the players and the PGA Championship. His final hole was a masterclass in survival. Protecting a one-shot lead, he navigated a tricky approach and sank a clutch putt from 5 ft to seal the deal. That was just a massive putt for me to make. Shank reflected. It’s somewhat life-changing. Phillips, who matched Shanks 71, couldn’t quite catch up, but still made a remarkable leap from 139th to 92nd in the FedEx Cup fall standings, significantly boosting his chances of securing full status. Five players tied for third at 10 underpar with Alex Smallley shooting the best round of the day 68 though he faltered with bogeies on two of the final three holes missing his shot at a maiden victory. Here’s a thought-provoking question for you. Did Shanks win simply highlight his resilience or did Powers collapse open the door? Share your thoughts in the comments below. With the season winding down, the stakes have never been higher and every shot counts. Will power bounce back at the RSM Classic? Or will Shanks momentum carry him further?
