Expert picks for Friday foursomes matches at the 2026 Presidents Cup

The U.S. holds a 3-2 lead heading into Day 2 of the 2026 Presidents Cup, featuring five foursomes matches. This alternate shot format is deemed the most challenging in team match play, thus making captains' pairings decisions crucial. Golfweek staff has selected their top picks for each match in the forthcoming foursomes session.

First up, Scottie Scheffler and Sam Burns (USA) face off against Corey Conners and Nick Taylor (INT). Cameron Jourdan of Golfweek predicts a USA victory, while Adam Schupak, another expert, leans towards an INT win.

Next, Russell Henley and Jacob Bridgeman (USA) will take on Sungjae Im and Hideki Matsuyama (INT). Adam Schupak anticipates an INT win, whereas Cameron Jourdan and Nick Stavas both see a tie as the likely outcome. Russell Kelly of Golfweek favors the USA.

In the third match, Wyndham Clark and Collin Morikawa (USA) go up against Ryan Fox and Min Woo Lee (INT). Both Adam Schupak and Cameron Jourdan of Golfweek predict an INT victory, while Todd Kelly of Golfweek is optimistic about a USA win.

The fourth match pits Justin Thomas and Cam Young (USA) against Adam Scott and Christiaan Bezuidenhout (INT). Adam Schupak anticipates a USA win, while Cameron Jourdan and Nick Stavas of Golfweek are in agreement that the match will end in a tie. Russell Kelly at Golfweek predicts another USA victory.

Lastly, Xander Schauffele and Patrick Cantlay (USA) will challenge Tom Kim and Si Woo Kim (INT). Adam Schupak believes the USA will emerge triumphant, Cameron Jourdan and Nick Stavas foresee a tie, and Russell Kelly remains confident in a USA win.