Cam Young Primed for Masters Win After Players Championship Victory

The 28-year-old Westchester native has elevated his world ranking to No. 3 and is ready to capture his first major championship.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 12:38am

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Cam Young, a 28-year-old golfer from Westchester, New York, is entering the 2026 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club primed to win his first major championship. Young has elevated his world ranking to No. 3 largely by winning the Players Championship last month and putting together a strong performance for the U.S. team at the 2025 Ryder Cup. With six top-10 finishes in 17 major championships as a professional, Young is seasoned and ready to break through for his first major victory.

Why it matters

Young's rise to the top of the golf world and his strong showings in major championships have made him one of the favorites to win the Masters this year. A victory would cement his status as one of the game's elite players and potentially kickstart a run of major championship wins.

The details

Young learned the game of golf at Sleepy Hollow Country Club under the tutelage of his father, David, who remains his coach. After spending time ranked between 15th and 20th in the world over the past few years, Young has made a 'long march back' to reach the No. 3 spot. His breakthrough win at the 2025 Wyndham Championship and his victory at the 2026 Players Championship have given him the confidence and validation that he can win at the highest level.

  • Young won the Players Championship last month.
  • Young had a strong performance for the U.S. team at the 2025 Ryder Cup.
  • Young has played in 17 major championships as a professional, recording six top-10 finishes.

The players

Cam Young

A 28-year-old golfer from Westchester, New York, who has elevated his world ranking to No. 3 and is primed to win his first major championship at the 2026 Masters Tournament.

David Young

Cam Young's father, who is the head pro at Sleepy Hollow Country Club and remains Cam's coach.

Matt Fitzpatrick

A fellow professional golfer who dueled with Cam Young during the final round of the 2026 Players Championship.

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What they’re saying

“It's where I want to be. I feel like the golf I've played over the last year has really been good proof of that. I have no idea what the stats would say, but I feel like I've played really consistent golf over the course of almost the last year.”

— Cam Young, Golfer

“The way that that final round at the Players went was a really good example of, if you can keep yourself in it, things like that can happen — especially around challenging golf courses, big-time events. If you're around the lead, things can happen. For a long time, it felt like I might always finish second in that scenario.”

— Cam Young, Golfer

“That event is really good preparation for big moments. There's no real greater pressure or sense of gravity of a situation than you get at a Ryder Cup. It's unlike anything I've felt.”

— Cam Young, Golfer

What’s next

Young will look to carry his strong play and newfound confidence into the 2026 Masters Tournament, where he will be one of the favorites to win his first major championship.

The takeaway

Cam Young's steady rise to the top of the golf world, capped by his Players Championship victory and strong Ryder Cup performance, has positioned him as a prime contender to win the 2026 Masters and capture his first major title. His consistent play and ability to perform under pressure have him primed for a breakthrough at Augusta National.