Dramatic Finish: Atlanta Drive GC Edges New York Golf Club in Thrilling TGL Final Opener

High-Stakes Drama Unfolds in TGL Finals Debut

In a pulsating start to the Team Golf League's championship series, Atlanta Drive GC prevailed 6-5 against New York Golf Club after Patrick Cantlay sank a six-foot birdie putt on the decisive 15th hole at Florida's SoFi Center. The match showcased:

• Early lead swings: Atlanta squandered a 2-0 advantage before rallying from 4-2 down
• 'Hammer' strategy: Both teams deployed the high-risk tactic (doubling hole points) at critical moments
• Key turning point: Billy Horschel's 9-foot birdie on the 11th hole leveled the match at 4-4

Tactical Battles Define Historic Match

"I knew that putt had to drop - I told the guys I was making it," said Horschel, referencing his clutch putt after overhearing teammates debate calling the hammer. New York's Xander Schauffele later admitted regret accepting the hammer challenge when Rickie Fowler was in position to halve the hole.

The teams traded hammer successes:

Championship Decider Looms

The best-of-three final continues Tuesday with identical lineups:

Atlanta:

• Patrick Cantlay
• Justin Thomas
• Billy Horschel

New York:

• Xander Schauffele
• Cameron Young
• Rickie Fowler

Coverage begins at 23:00 GMT, with a potential decisive match to follow immediately. This revolutionary tech-infused league, co-founded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, delivers its first champion within 48 hours.