GB&I make history with first Walker Cup since 2015
Great Britain and Ireland produce the biggest comeback in Walker Cup history to defeat the United States and lift the trophy for the first time since 2015.
Great Britain and Ireland (GB&I) have achieved a historic feat by winning the Walker Cup for the first time since 2015. The prestigious biennial amateur golf tournament saw the USA take an early lead in the morning foursomes, leaving GB&I with a slim chance of victory. However, the latter team staged an incredible comeback, securing seven of the 10 points in the singles to clinch the win by a margin of 13-and-a-half points to 12-and-a-half.
The turning point in the match came when Josh Hill, a member of the GB&I team, defeated world number two Tyler Watts on the final hole of the eighth pairing. Hill's victory sparked wild celebrations among the team, marking a momentous occasion after years of setbacks. Irish player Stuart Grehan, who won multiple matches against world number one Preston Stout, described the victory as "unbelievable" and the best feeling he had ever experienced on a golf course.
For GB&I captain Dean Robertson, the triumph was deeply emotional, as he guided his team to the 10th Walker Cup victory despite a challenging start.
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