The final stage of the PGA TOUR Q-School presented by Korn Ferry is here! Watch as the top golfers battle it out at TPC Sawgrass’ Dye’s Valley Course and Sawgrass Country Club in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, for a chance to earn one of the coveted five PGA TOUR cards for the 2026 season.
This video will take you inside the action, showcasing the talent and determination of players like Bastien Amat, Dawson Armstrong, Matt Atkins, and many more. Will established names like Cameron Champ and Ryo Ishikawa secure their spots, or will rising stars like Hayden Buckley and Brandon Wu make a breakthrough?
Don’t miss this thrilling conclusion to the Q-School journey!
Players Featured:
Amat, Bastien | Armstrong, Dawson | Atkins, Matt | Azallion, Daniel | Bacha, Carson | Bae, Yongjun | Biondi, Fred | Blair, Zac | Botha, Barend | Bramlett, Joseph | … [List continues with all players mentioned in the article]
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The ultimate golfing dream is within reach, but only for the boldest contenders on the greens. Imagine dedicating years to perfecting your swing, only to face one final heartpounding challenge that could catapult you to the big leagues. That’s the essence of the PGA Tour Q School final stage where dreams are made or shattered in a matter of days. And this is the part most people miss. It’s not just about skill. It’s about nerves of steel and a dash of luck under tournament pressure. For those new to the golf world, let’s break it down simply. The PGA Tour Q School sponsored by Cornferry is like the ultimate try out for professional golfers worldwide. It’s divided into stages, preliminary rounds to weed out the field, leading to this climactic final stage. Here, players battle it out for coveted PGA Tour cards, granting them full access to compete on the tour for the following season. Think of it as the golf equivalent of a major league draft, but with every swing counted. Past examples: legends like Tiger Woods or rising stars such as Brooks Kepka once navigated this path, turning underdog stories into legendary careers. But here’s where it gets controversial. Some argue the system favors those with deep pockets for travel and coaching, potentially sidelining talented but underfunded players. Is it truly fair or does it weed out the unprepared? We’ll dive into that. This year’s final stage unfolds at the iconic TPC Sawrass Dyes Valley Course and Sawrass Country Club in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. A venue synonymous with challenge and prestige. Much like hosting a highstakes exam in a historic library, the complete lineup of golfers has been announced, each bringing their unique story and skill set to the tea. The top five finishes will secure PGA Tour cards for the 2026 season, a ticket to compete against the elite. To put it in perspective, earning a card means playing in tournaments with millions in prize money, sponsorship deals, and global recognition. But it also means enduring grueling schedules and intense competition. Let’s meet the contenders, a diverse group of hopefuls from around the globe. Starting off, we have Baston AMAT whose precise pudding might just steal the show. Dawson Armstrong follows a player known for his powerful drives that could set records. Matt Atkins brings experience, having honed his game through years of competitive play. Daniel Aalian with his strategic short game adds intrigue. Carson Bacher rounds out the early list showcasing youthful energy. Moving along, Yong Jun Bae demonstrates impressive resilience, often turning difficult holes into opportunities. Fred Beyond’s consistency is legendary among qualifiers. Zack Blair enters with a reputation for clutch performances under pressure. Bay and Boa and Joseph Braramlet continue the momentum each with stories of perseverance. Bo Bro, Jackson Buchanan and Hayden Buckley add variety. Their unique styles promising exciting matches. Ryan Bernett and John Marshall Butler next veterans who know the ropes of high stakes golf. Payton Callins and Will Cannon bring fresh perspectives perhaps challenging the status quo. Frankie Kappan 3, Sebastian Kaplan, and Jay Card 3 are powerhouses, each capable of surprising upsets. David Kerry and Ben Carr follow, their mental toughness shining in qualifiers. Ricky Castillo’s adaptability stands out, while Ricardo Celia’s international flare adds global appeal. Cameron Champ and Will Chandler are contenders with Andre Kai potentially sparking debates on rising talents. Sam Choy and Tommy Kocher round off this segment, their games full of potential. Trevor Conn and Miles Kraton exemplify strategic play and Quaid Cumins adds speed off the tea. Quentyn Deau brings European precision. Taylor Dixon and Alistair Docketty continue the elite list. Cooper Dossi and Austin Duncan are up next, showcasing American grit. Hunter icon’s focus is unmatched. Ryan Elmore and Dan Ericson follow suit. AJ UT and Michael Feeles demonstrate versatility. Jorge Fernandez Valdez adds international depth. Zack Fischer and Chris are steady performers. Nick Gabrielic and Nicolo Galleti bring Italian flare to the mix. Jeremy Gandon, Joey Gara, and Horge Garcia are reliable. Doug Gim and Ian Gilligan add unpredictability. Noah Goodwin, Will Gordon and Michael Goys continue the roster. JJ Gray and Lanto Griffin are known for their endurance. Luke Guthrie and Luke Gutsky are siblings with Flair. Adam Hadwin, a former tour pro returning. Nick Hardy and Jim Herman bring wisdom. Robbie Higgins and Harry Higs at youth. Derek Hitchner, Austin hit, and Brandon Hosa are consistent threats. Parker Hol Camp, Ian Halt, and Theo Humphrey exemplify dedication. Nick Infanty and Rio Ishikawa offer Asian perspectives. Michael Johnson, Kota Kaneo, and Chen Kim are precision players. Russell Knox and Ben Coohl’s at Firepower. Chris C, Andrew Kosen, and Peter Cuist are versatile. Eddie Lie and Davis Lamb bring family legacies. Rick Lamb continuing the line. Mark a Lawrence Jr. Grayson Leech and Tyler Leech are upandcomers. Spence 11 and Riley Lewis add dynamism. Luke List and Luke Long are seasoned. Justin Lower Wildcard. Stuart Macdonald and Fitchax Mason offer global variety. RJ M, Ben Martin and Vicente Marzilio continue the diversity. Brandon Matthews, Logan Mallister, and Ryan McCormick are steady. Tyler Mccumber, Callum McNeel, and Marshall Micel add depth. Mitchell Mesner, Michael Miller, and Maxwell Moldovan are promising. Taylor Moore and Trey Mullen exemplify hard work. Drew Nespet, Matt Nesmouth, and Ethaning are contenders. Bryson Nimmer Sino and Henrik Norlander bring international stars. William Nottingham, Tyhun, and Alvaro Ortiz at Flair. John Pac, Jeremy Paul, and Jake Peacock are reliable. David Perkins, Paul Peterson, and Turk Pettit follow. Trent Phillips, Ted Potter Jr., and Andrew Putnham are veterans. Spencer Rolston, Doc Redmond, and Thomas Rosen Mueller add personality. Marcela Roso and Sam Ryder are exciting. Christian Saleser, Max Schllicing, and Chad Su continue. Ky Sha, Robbie Shelton, and Cole Sherwood are up next. Davis Shaw and Chase Shinkevich offer energy. Grayson Sig, Ben Silverman, and Roger Sloan add variety. Trav Smith, Jake Solon, and Jacob Solomon are hopefuls. James Song, Hayden Springer, and Ross Steelman bring strategy. Brett Stegmire, Dylan Stewart, and Jackson Suba are dynamic. Udisu, Jiura, and Ryan Sullivan add Asian talent. Daniel Summer Hayes, Julian Suie, and Adam Spencson are precise. Josh Teta, Rahan Thomas and Braden Thornbury continue the list. Alejandro Torsty, Brendan Valdez and Jackson Van Paris are contenders. Caleb van Aaragan, Camilo Villigas and Alex Vogelong add star power. Patrick Welsh, Kyle Westmand and Brett White are steady. Tyler Wilks, Hunter Walcott and Brandon Wu bring youth. Dylan Wu, Norman Jong, and Lance Yates add global appeal. Carson Young, and KL Yuan round out the field, each with stories of triumph and trial. But here’s where it gets controversial. With so many talented players vying for just five spots, debates rage over whether the qualifying process truly rewards merit or if factors like sponsorships or home course advantages play unfair roles. For instance, some argue that golfers from wealthier backgrounds have an edge in accessing top training, potentially overshadowing raw talent from humble beginnings. Is this the great equalizer in golf or a system ripe for reform? And this is the part most people miss, the mental toll on these athletes, balancing hope with the agony of defeat. As the Greens come alive in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, we are reminded that golf’s beauty lies in its unpredictability. One bad bounce can change everything. who will rise to the top and claim those precious PGA Tour cards
