CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The day started out with memories of 2017 at Liberty National, where the Americans dominated so thoroughly they nearly clinched the Presidents Cup on a Saturday.
By the time 20-year-old Tom Kim slammed his cap to the ground in a wild celebration and Cameron Davis finished with three straight birdies for another comeback win, all anyone could think about was the 2012 Ryder Cup at Medinah.
The Americans still lead by four points entering Sunday, the final day at Quail Hollow Club. This Presidents Cup just felt much closer.
Kim, a young talent with a massive personality, delivered the first big moment for the International team. He gave his side a spark with a 55-foot eagle putt after driving to the 11th green. And on the final hole, the 20-year-old phenom made a 10-foot birdie putt in a 1-up victory over Patrick Cantlay and Xander Schauffele.
He took a few steps back as the ball neared the hole, dropped his club and slammed his cap to the ground in a raucous celebration.