Carson Bacha surged into the top 10 of the PGA TOUR University Fortinet Cup standings following his playoff victory at the Osprey Valley Open on August 4. The 23-year-old rookie, representing the 2025 PGA TOUR University class, now ranks seventh in the season-long race toward advancing to the Korn Ferry Tour.

Bacha’s Breakthrough Victory Sparks Major Shakeup

Bacha’s playoff win came in just his fourth start on PGA TOUR Americas, marking him as the first graduate from the 2025 PGA TOUR University class to reach the Fortinet Cup top 10. Having finished solo third at the Bromont Open three weeks prior, the Auburn University alum has demonstrated consistent performance, edging past several established contenders with his latest triumph at TPC Toronto’s Heathlands Course.

During the Osprey Valley Open final round, Bacha outlasted two-time leading Fortinet Cup player Davis Lamb and Jay Card III in a sudden-death playoff. Lamb, who had maintained a two-stroke lead through the first 54 holes and sought to extend his Fortinet Cup points advantage, struggled with a final-round 69. Lamb’s T5 finish earned him 105 points but allowed Bacha to jump from 46th to seventh place, placing him 522 points behind the Fortinet Cup leader.

“It’s going to be tough to catch them, but I know it’s doable, and that’s what I’ll have set for the rest of the season,”

“It’s going to be tough to catch them, but I know it’s doable, and that’s what I’ll have set for the rest of the season,”

said Bacha, highlighting his determination as six tournaments remain this season.

Current Leaders and Key Performers in Fortinet Cup Battle

Davis Lamb, the 32-year-old golfer from Potomac, Maryland, remains atop the Fortinet Cup standings with 1,212 points after nine starts. Though he entered the last round of the Osprey Valley Open with a two-shot advantage, his closing round 69 was not enough to secure victory, but he still achieved his fourth top-five finish in five events. Lamb’s strong and steady play has positioned him comfortably ahead, increasing his gap to second place David Perkins.

David Perkins sits second with 1,134 points across ten starts. Perkins captured the Explore NB Open title earlier this season and finished runner-up at the Diners Club Peru Open. Despite a slow weekend at Osprey Valley, finishing tied for 21st and only adding 35 points, Perkins remains within striking distance of Lamb.

Brett White holds third place with 964 points. White claimed a dramatic win at the Commissionaires Ottawa Open, highlighted by a final-round 59, and has performed well consistently this season with several top finishes. His T17 at the most recent Osprey Valley Open helped maintain his competitive standing.

Jay Card III continues to be a rising contender in fourth place with 959 points after a series of strong results. He narrowly missed a second win at the Osprey Valley Open, losing in a playoff to Bacha. His final-round 63 was the low round of the tournament, generating excitement about his potential for multiple victories this season.

Michael Brennan ranks fifth with 804 points, displaying remarkable consistency with seven top-10 finishes and the best scoring average (67.68) among players who started the year in Latin America. His T10 at the Osprey Valley Open was powered by an impressive birdie and eagle sequence on the front nine.

John Marshall Butler is sixth with 756 points. After winning the Bupa Championship and securing a T3 at the Diners Club Peru Open, Butler struggled at Osprey Valley, finishing T37 but still holding his place among the leading pack.

Notable Moves Beyond the Top 10

Nathan Franks is making waves as a 22-year-old rookie currently 17th in the standings with 435 points. A University of South Carolina alum and 2025 PGA TOUR University graduate, Franks rallied after initially missing cuts to place third at the Osprey Valley Open, just one stroke shy of joining a playoff. His performance reflects strong momentum as he pushes to crack the top 10.

Fortinet Cup Top 10 Standings: Detailed Breakdown

1. Davis Lamb (United States) – 1,212 points (9 starts)
Lamb’s best achievements include winning the Inter Rapidisimo Golf Championship, runner-up finish at the Bromont Open, and several top-five finishes including a T5 at Osprey Valley.

2. David Perkins (United States) – 1,134 points (10 starts)
His season highlights are winning the Explore NB Open, second place at the Diners Club Peru Open, and maintaining strong performances despite some recent setbacks.

3. Brett White (United States) – 964 points (9 starts)
White soared to victory at the Commissionaires Ottawa Open with a remarkable 59 on the final day and boasts several other top finishes, including T3 at the Diners Club Peru Open.

4. Jay Card III (United States) – 959 points (10 starts)
Card claimed the Kia Open title earlier and narrowly missed winning at the Osprey Valley Open, where he finished second after playoff loss.

5. Michael Brennan (United States) – 804 points (10 starts)
Known for his ability to finish strongly, Brennan is leading the tour in scoring average and recently captured a T10 at Osprey Valley.

6. John Marshall Butler (United States) – 756 points (10 starts)
Butler triumphed at the Bupa Championship and has been consistently competing in the top tiers despite recent challenges.

7. Carson Bacha (United States) – 690 points (4 starts)
Bacha has surged into the top 10 with only four starts, including his recent victory at Osprey Valley and a previous third-place finish at Bromont.

8. Dillon Stewart (United States) – 668 points (4 starts)
Stewart won the Bromont Open and has recorded several top-10 results, though he experienced his first missed cut recently.

9. Hunter Wolcott (United States) – 650 points (9 starts)
Wolcott secured a win at the Diners Club Peru Open and opened strong at Osprey Valley but slipped out of contention during the weekend.

10. Ryan Grider (United States) – 628 points (10 starts)
Grider’s best result was a victory at the Abierto Telecom del Centro. Despite a recent missed cut, he holds onto the final spot in the top 10.

Upcoming Tournament and Continued Competition

The battle for the Fortinet Cup resumes August 7–10 with the BioSteel Championship hosted at Ambassador Golf Club in Windsor, Ontario. This event represents a crucial opportunity for players like Bacha, Franks, and others aiming to climb the rankings and secure advancement to the Korn Ferry Tour.

The evolving leaderboard reflects the intense competition and hopeful determination among the 2025 PGA TOUR University graduates and established tour players alike, setting the stage for an exciting conclusion to the PGA TOUR University Fortinet Cup season.