Witness history as Sami Valimaki becomes Finland’s first PGA TOUR winner at The RSM Classic! Relive the thrilling final day where Valimaki held his nerve to secure victory. Watch dramatic moments like Max McGreevy’s clutch 30-foot birdie putt, Sam Stevens’ incredible hole-in-one, and the intense battle for FedExCup standings. See how players fought to keep their cards in this nail-biting conclusion to the PGA TOUR season. Don’t miss the post-win interview with Valimaki and highlights of the most memorable shots from Sea Island. Subscribe for more golf highlights and analysis!
Keywords: PGA TOUR, Sami Valimaki, The RSM Classic, golf highlights, Max McGreevy, Sam Stevens hole-in-one, FedExCup standings, golf drama, Sea Island golf
Imagine the pressure of competing in the final event of the PGA Tour season where every stroke could mean the difference between securing your card or facing an uncertain future. This was the reality for many players at the RSM Classic. But it was Sami Valamaki who emerged victorious, claiming Finland’s first ever PGA Tour title in a nailbiting finish. Written by the Associated Press, this gripping tale unfolds on St. Simon’s Island, Georgia, where Valamaki’s steady nerves and clutch pudding sealed his one-shot victory with a 4 under 66. But here’s where it gets controversial. While Valamaki celebrated, others faced heart-wrenching near misses. The stakes were higher than ever as only the top 100 in the FedEx Cup standings secured full PGA Tour cards for the 2026 season, a significant drop from the previous 125. Is this new cut off fair or does it unfairly penalize players on the bubble? Win wasn’t just about glory. It was about survival. His 2-year exemption on the PGA Tour and qualification for the first two $20 million signature events in 2026 were hard-earned rewards. Yet, the drama behind him was equally intense. Ricky Castillo’s stunning 62 on the final day seemed like a ticket to safety. But Max McGrevy’s 30-foot birdie part on the 18th hole bumped Castillo to number 102 just outside the cutoff. Should the system rely so heavily on a single event to determine careers? And this is the part most people miss Lee Hod’s 10-ft birdie attempt which narrowly missed left him at number 101 just two points shy of security. Meanwhile, McGrevy’s fearless play, knowing his card was already secure, raised questions about the mental toll of such high pressure situations. Does the current system favor those with less to lose? Valamaki’s journey, marked by two runner-up finishes and a recent near win in Mexico, highlights the resilience required in professional golf. It has been a long road, he reflected, but to find some good grooves in the last few tournaments feels amazing. His victory wasn’t just personal. It was historic for Finnish golf. McGrevy’s leap to number 60 bumped Jordan Spyth out of the signature events, leaving Spyth reliant on sponsor exemptions. Is this a fair consequence of the new system, or does it penalize established stars too harshly? Nikico Avaria’s tie for fourth secured his spot in the signature events. While Sam Stevens Holland won on the third hole, a 196yd nine shot was a highlight reel moment. Yet Steven
