U.S. Nears Presidents Cup Victory After Dramatic Third-Day Matches

The U.S. team is on the brink of winning the Presidents Cup for the 10th consecutive time, leading 11-7 after a gripping third day of play. Tom Kim and Si Woo Kim kept the Internationals in contention with key victories, while Sahith Theegala prepares for a crucial singles match.

The U.S. team is on the verge of securing the Presidents Cup for a 10th consecutive time, holding an 11-7 lead after a thrilling third day of competition. The Americans claimed both the third and fourth sessions with 3-1 scores, shifting the match from a 5-5 tie to their advantage. Veteran Adam Scott and Taylor Pendrith were among the highlights for the Internationals, winning their match against Brian Harman and Max Homa 2-up in the fourth session.

Sahith Theegala, the first Indian American to represent the U.S. in the Presidents Cup, was rested for the day's events. He is set to face Korean Byeong Hun An in the singles match, while Tom Kim, who admitted to fatigue after a challenging Saturday, remains determined to fight alongside his team.

The Korean duo of Tom Kim and Si Woo Kim provided a pivotal victory in the morning four-ball session, defeating Keegan Bradley and Wyndham Clark 4 & 3. However, they narrowly lost to Patrick Cantlay and Xander Schauffele in the afternoon's Foursomes session, as Cantlay sank a decisive 17-foot birdie putt. U.S. Team Captain Mike Weir acknowledged the Americans' strong late-game performance, while Aussie veteran Adam Scott called for his teammates to be resilient in Sunday's singles matches.

(With inputs from agencies.)