Riviera Country Club
Jacob Bridgeman wins Genesis Invitational for first PGA Tour title
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Jacob Bridgeman held off a late charge from Rory McIlroy and Kurt Kitayama to secure his maiden PGA Tour victory at the 2026 Genesis Invitational. The 26-year-old Clemson alum closed with a 1-over 72 at Riviera Country Club to finish at 18-under 266, one stroke ahead of the runners-up. Bridgeman, playing in the event for the first time, earned $4 million from the $20 million purse.
Jacob Bridgeman holds a six-shot lead over Rory McIlroy after shooting a 7-under 64 in the third round of the 2026 Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club. The 26-year-old American, who went viral last week for an on-course interaction, now eyes his first PGA Tour victory in the tournament's 100th anniversary. Bridgeman and McIlroy will tee off together at 2:20 p.m. ET on Sunday.
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Jacob Bridgeman fired a 7-under 64 in the third round of the 2026 Genesis Invitational to take a six-shot lead over Rory McIlroy at Riviera Country Club. The 26-year-old American seeks his first PGA Tour victory heading into Sunday. McIlroy carded a 69 to sit at 13 under, setting up a final-round pairing with the leader.
The 2026 Genesis Invitational resumes at Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, California, after relocating to Torrey Pines last year due to wildfires. This PGA Tour Signature Event features a 72-player field including world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler and No. 2 Rory McIlroy, with a $20 million purse and $4 million for the winner. Tiger Woods hosts but will not compete as he recovers from surgery.
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The Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, marks its centennial, reflecting on a century of prestige and notable golf moments. Designed by George C. Thomas Jr. and opened in 1927, the club has hosted PGA TOUR events for over half its existence, including the upcoming Genesis Invitational after a one-year hiatus due to local fires. Its legacy includes victories by legends like Ben Hogan and recent champions such as Hideki Matsuyama.