Padraig Harrington secured his second US Senior Open championship on Sunday, finishing just one shot ahead of local favorite Stewart Cink. Harrington completed his final round with seven consecutive pars, closing with a three-under 67 at the challenging Broadmoor course to finish 11-under 269 overall.
Throughout the tournament, Harrington played alongside Stewart Cink, marking their fourth consecutive day paired together. The Irish golfer’s steady play culminated in a decisive moment on the 18th hole, where he landed his approach shot eight feet from the hole, applying pressure on Cink, who was still 30 yards ahead on the fairway.
Key Moments that Defined the Final Round
Cink’s approach on the 18th found a ledge, causing the ball to spin back significantly, finally resting 35 feet from the hole. This forced Cink to take two putts to finish, while Harrington’s two-putt secured his victory. With this win, Harrington claimed his second US Senior Open title within four years, adding to his impressive record, which includes winning The Open twice (2007 and 2008) and the 2008 PGA Championship.
Spain’s Miguel Angel Jimenez posed a challenge during the final rounds. After a rough start with a bogey, Jimenez rallied with eight birdies, bringing him within a single shot of the lead. However, a misstep on the 18th tee resulted in a shot left of the target and another bogey. Despite this, he shot a tournament-best six-under 64 on Sunday to finish third.
Performance Highlights from Other Contenders
Mark Hensby, who had made an impressive 19 birdies over the first three days, struggled on Sunday with only two birdies, shooting a three-over 73. This score placed him in a tie for fourth at five under-par alongside Thomas Bjorn, rounding out the top contenders in the event.
Future Major Tournaments and Coverage
The next major event on the golf calendar is The Open, scheduled from July 17 to 20. This tournament will receive extensive live coverage on Sky Sports throughout the week. The opening round coverage begins early on July 17 at 6:30 a.m. For those without Sky, streaming options provide access to PGA Tour events and majors without a contract.