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ESPN · May 12, 2026, 2:57 PM · Also reported by 1 other source

Key takeaways

  • While 156 golfers are competing, there are only a handful who figure to have a chance to lift a Wanamaker Trophy on Sunday.
  • They're the familiar names who have dominated golf the past few seasons -- Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Bryson DeChambeau, Jon Rahm and Cameron Young.
  • Of course, they'll not be the only golfers with a chance to win.

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While 156 golfers are competing, there are only a handful who figure to have a chance to lift a Wanamaker Trophy on Sunday.

They're the familiar names who have dominated golf the past few seasons -- Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Bryson DeChambeau, Jon Rahm and Cameron Young.

Of course, they'll not be the only golfers with a chance to win. Three-time major champion Jordan Spieth will try to complete the career Grand Slam. Matt Fitzpatrick will attempt to win for the fourth time on tour this season and grab the second major of his career.

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