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Lucas Glover showcased true perseverance and determination on Sunday as he emerged as the golf champion of the FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis, TN. Despite encountering challenges throughout the tournament, Glover showcased his resilience by overcoming Patrick Cantlay in a thrilling playoff hole, securing his second consecutive win.

Glover’s remarkable triumph at the Wyndham Championship last week propelled him into the coveted FedEx Cup playoffs. Leading the field since Friday morning, Glover encountered a late setback on Sunday as he relinquished his lead. However, he demonstrated his mental fortitude by sinking a remarkable 30-foot bogey putt on the 14th hole, preventing Cantlay from extending his advantage.

With both players finishing on the 16th hole at 15-under par, the championship would be decided in a playoff. In an unexpected turn of events, Cantlay found the water off the tee, offering Glover a slight advantage. Despite Cantlay’s valiant effort to salvage the hole with a near 30-foot par putt, it was Glover who emerged victorious, making him a back-to-back winner on the PGA Tour.

At the age of 43, Glover becomes the third oldest golfer in the past 40 years to achieve this feat, only surpassed by Vijay Singh and Hale Irwin. In a post-match interview with CBS Sports’ Amanda Renner, Glover attributed his success to his resilience and unwavering determination, highlighting the challenging nature of the closing holes.

Throughout the tournament, Glover faced stiff competition from several notable players vying for a spot on the upcoming Ryder Cup team. The likes of Cantlay, Jordan Spieth, Max Homa, Tommy Fleetwood, Rory McIlroy, and Viktor Hovland were in close pursuit. However, Glover managed to maintain his composure, ultimately relying on his putting prowess to secure victory.

Glover’s outstanding performance included sinking five putts beyond 10 feet on Sunday, including two impressive 20-foot putts. These incredible efforts allowed him to rank third in strokes gained putting, gaining a significant advantage over his competitors.

Following his well-deserved triumph, Glover has ascended to the third position in the FedEx Cup standings. With his exceptional form, he has emerged as a strong contender for a spot on the American Ryder Cup team.

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