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Jack Whaley of England holds off Jay Leng Jr. to win US Amateur at Merion
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Dan Gelston, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· August 16, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Jack Whaley's victory was an emotional one, as he thought about his father's encouragement when he considered quitting the game as a teenager.
A golfer from England has won the US Amateur championship at Merion. Jack Whaley's victory was an emotional one, as he thought about his father's encouragement when he considered quitting the game as a teenager. Whaley's father was with him at the tournament, serving as his caddie.
The two shared a moment of celebration after Whaley's win. The tournament was played at Merion Golf Club, where Whaley overcame difficult conditions, including rain and a wasp sting, to emerge victorious. Further details about Whaley's win are available from the source, including his comments about the experience and the challenges he faced during the tournament.
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Category: local ·
Published: August 16, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
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