The Old Course at St Andrews once again wrote its own unique story: Adrian Meronk triumphed in a true nail-biting finish at the 2026 Alfred Dunhill Links Championship. He brought Casey Jarvis to his knees, who still held a comfortable two-shot lead on Saturday evening. Meronk showed nerves of steel on Sunday and clinched the prestigious title.
After the third round, it still looked like Casey Jarvis was set to march towards his third DP World Tour title in 2026. He sat atop the leaderboard with an impressive -18, while Meronk and Matthew Jordan lurked at -16 each. But Meronk was red-hot on the final day and clearly had other plans on the course.
A Comeback of the Highest Order
What followed was pure drama on the Scottish links. Meronk played a phenomenal round and took the initiative. The decisive moment? A birdie on the par-5 14th, which finally put him past Jarvis. A move that visibly put pressure on the South African. This tournament, which winds across legendary Scottish courses and culminates at the Old Course, is always a spectacle – and 2026 was no exception. For the win, Meronk pockets a hefty $800,000 from the total $5 million prize fund.
Fifth Triumph on the DP World Tour
For Meronk, this isn't just any win. It's his fifth triumph on the DP World Tour and a true statement. Ten years after his professional debut at this very event, the circle closes in the most emotional way. A truly strong comeback for the LIV Golf star, whose last professional win was LIV Riyadh 2025. This success will not only give him a massive jump in the OWGR but also solidify his DP World Tour status for the future. An incredible story that once again shows what's possible in golf.
