What an incredible comeback at the 2026 Presidents Cup! U.S. Captain Brandt Snedeker had the answer to the decisive question ready in his winner's interview: Trump's “energy” was the ultimate juice for the U.S. success. A comment that circulated after the dramatic Sunday, fueling the debate on how this seemingly improbable victory came about. Because before the crucial Sunday singles matches, things looked grim.
The USA entered the showdown trailing by three points after the International Team dominated Friday's Foursomes and maintained their lead until Saturday. Snedeker himself faced criticism on Saturday. He had previously expressed public self-reproach, stating that he had let his team down. “I've been trying to bust my ass to put these guys in the best possible situation, and I don't think I've done a very good job of that this week,” he said with brutal honesty. He felt he hadn't provided the team with the necessary comfort.
From Abyss to Ecstasy
This self-criticism went so far that even critics like Paul McGinley found the timing inappropriate. Snedeker was under pressure, partly due to his pairings and the decision to rest top players like Scottie Scheffler for a session. However, these benching decisions, which raised eyebrows before Sunday, seemed to pay off. The plan was clear: Scheffler fresh for the singles.
The Unexpected Push
And precisely these fresh forces, coupled with the now legendary "Trump-Juice," turned the tide. The guys delivered one stellar round after another on Sunday and clinched the victory in a match that had seemed lost. Snedeker, who had taken primary blame for the deficit, could ultimately be proud of his team. Things simply clicked on the greens when it mattered most. What a comeback, what a 2026 Presidents Cup!
