Puerto Rico Open Final Round

Date
Sun 8th March 2026 (UTC)
Sun 8th March 2026 (Local)

Timestamp
2026-03-08T11:50:00

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11:50:00 UTC (07:50:00 Local)

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League
PGA Tour

Season
2026

Round
10

Status
Match Finished

Location
Grand Reserve Golf Club

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The final round of the Puerto Rico Open at Grand Reserve Golf Club sets the stage for a life-altering conclusion in the Caribbean. As the first "Additional Event" of the 2026 season, the winner earns not only a significant portion of the $4,000,000 purse but also a two-year PGA TOUR exemption and a spot in the PGA Championship. The Tom Kite-designed layout is expected to be at its most challenging, with the firm Paspalum fairways and unpredictable Atlantic winds demanding precise ball-striking and creative shot-making through the final 18 holes.

The narrative focuses on Chandler Blanchet, who enters the final round with a four-shot lead and the opportunity to claim his first PGA TOUR victory. However, the pressure from the chasing pack is immense, led by world-class amateur Gordon Sargent and a surging group of young stars including Blades Brown and Ricky Castillo. The professional debut of John Daly II also remains a focal point, as he looks to turn a strong week into a top-tier finish. Strategically, the water-guarded 18th hole will likely serve as the final judge, rewarding those who can maintain their composure under the intensifying tropical sun.

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Ricky Castillo proved his mettle in the tropical winds, carding a resilient final-round 68 to win the 2026 Puerto Rico Open. Castillo, who started the day with a one-shot lead, remained unflappable as the lead shifted multiple times between the chasing pack. His defining moment came at the par-5 18th; after a perfect drive, he safely navigated the green-side bunkers to secure a two-putt birdie, finishing at 16-under for a one-stroke victory. The win is a massive breakthrough for the former Florida Gator, securing his status on the PGA Tour through 2028.

The final round provided a whirlwind of drama for the chasing pack. Blades Brown flirted with history, nearly becoming the youngest winner in PGA Tour history before a late bogey on the 17th left him in a tie for second at 15-under. He shared the runner-up spot with Matti Schmid, who surged late with three birdies in his final five holes. John Daly II capped off an incredible debut week with a top-10 finish, highlighted by a roaring eagle on the 12th that briefly gave him a share of the lead. John Parry and Chandler Blanchet rounded out the top five, while 16-year-old Miles Russell finished as the low amateur in a tie for 21st, further cementing the youth movement currently sweeping the tour.

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