J.T. Poston wins the 2026 Memorial Tournament in Ohio after defeating Ryan Gerard in a playoff. Multiple outlets report that Poston and Gerard are tied at the end of regulation play, leading to a playoff that Poston ultimately claims over two holes. The win comes after a full Sunday that includes a closely contested final round, followed by the sudden-decision playoff sequence.
Several sources say the victory is the biggest of Poston’s PGA Tour career, and that it marks his fourth career PGA Tour title. One outlet specifically notes Poston makes a schedule decision following the win, while others focus on the playoff drama and the tournament’s significance. Across coverage, the accounts agree on the key result: Poston defeats Gerard in a playoff to secure the Memorial, which is associated with Jack Nicklaus, and the format is described as a two-hole playoff. No other consistent details about scores or swing specifics are shared across the reports.
