Cantlay's Clutch Putt Clinches Atlanta Drive Victory

Patrick Cantlay secured a decisive victory for the Atlanta Drive with a 6-foot birdie putt against New York in the TGL indoor golf league finals. The match, which stood tied at 2 after nine holes, will resume on Tuesday if necessary, with a prize of $9 million for the winner.

Patrick Cantlay demonstrated his exceptional skill and nerve, delivering a crucial 6-foot birdie putt that secured a 6-5 victory for the Atlanta Drive over New York. This victory marks a 1-0 lead in the best-of-3 finals during the inaugural season of the TGL indoor golf league.

Xander Schauffele had a final opportunity to prolong the match with his own 6-foot birdie putt; however, his shot touched the right edge and narrowly lipped out. The next match in this high-tech league's finals is set for Tuesday night, followed by a decisive third match if required.

The contest was knotted at 2 after nine holes of alternate shot. New York gained a lead when Cameron Young sank a 9-foot eagle putt, backed by a strategic challenge from Atlanta. With in-play strategies like Atlanta countering New York's score by making the hole doubly valuable points-wise, the tension heightened. Tuesday's winner will take home $9 million, split among its players, whereas the runner-up will share $4.5 million.

(With inputs from agencies.)