The 2026 Presidents Cup is set to bring some of the biggest names in international golf together at Medinah Country Club in Illinois, with the United States Team and International Team preparing for four days of competition at the famed Course No. 3.
The event officially runs from September 22 through September 27, 2026, with professional practice rounds scheduled for September 22 and 23 before competition begins on September 24. The tournament will conclude with the final day of matches on Sunday, September 27.
The United States will be led by captain Brandt Snedeker, while Australia’s Geoff Ogilvy will captain the International Team. The 2026 edition marks the 16th Presidents Cup and represents another chapter in the biennial competition between the United States and an International Team made up of players from countries outside Europe.
With the rosters now finalized, attention is turning toward Medinah, where established stars, major champions and younger players will compete in a team format that differs significantly from the normal individual structure of professional golf.
2026 Presidents Cup Dates and Location
The 2026 Presidents Cup will be played at Medinah Country Club’s Course No. 3 in Medinah, Illinois, outside Chicago.
The official event schedule covers September 22–27. September 22 and 23 are designated for professional practice rounds, giving players an opportunity to prepare for the course and team competition. The tournament itself begins Thursday, September 24, followed by competition on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Medinah is one of the most recognizable golf venues in the United States. Course No. 3 has hosted several major golf events over the years, adding another significant international competition to its history.
The PGA TOUR has described the 2026 Presidents Cup as the 16th edition of the biennial international team competition. The event will also be the Presidents Cup's first appearance at Medinah Country Club.
For golf fans traveling to the Chicago area, the week is expected to combine competitive golf with a range of spectator experiences, hospitality areas and official Presidents Cup activities.
Brandt Snedeker Leads the U.S. Team
Brandt Snedeker is serving as captain of the United States Team for the 2026 Presidents Cup.
The PGA TOUR announced Snedeker as the U.S. captain in April 2025, alongside the appointment of Geoff Ogilvy as captain of the International Team. Snedeker brings previous Presidents Cup experience as a player and will now have the responsibility of managing the American side during the team competition at Medinah.
Snedeker finalized his roster in September by selecting six captain's picks. Those players joined six automatic qualifiers to complete the 12-player American team.
The six U.S. captain's picks are Chris Gotterup, Xander Schauffele, Justin Thomas, Patrick Cantlay, Jacob Bridgeman and Jackson Koivun. The six automatic qualifiers are Scottie Scheffler, Cameron Young, Wyndham Clark, Russell Henley, Sam Burns and Collin Morikawa.
That roster gives the United States a combination of established Presidents Cup players, major championship experience and younger talent.
Among the notable names is Scottie Scheffler, who earned an automatic place on the team. Other highly experienced players include Xander Schauffele, Justin Thomas, Patrick Cantlay and Collin Morikawa.
The selection of Jackson Koivun is another storyline attracting attention. The young player earned his first Presidents Cup selection as a captain's pick after turning professional earlier in 2026.
Geoff Ogilvy Captains the International Team
The International Team will be led by Geoff Ogilvy, the Australian former major champion who has been given the task of assembling and guiding the International side at Medinah.
Ogilvy's appointment was announced alongside Snedeker's in 2025. He also has a particularly interesting connection to the host venue because he was involved in the redesign of Medinah's Course No. 3.
The International roster includes several players with significant Presidents Cup and PGA TOUR experience.
The automatic qualifiers include Si Woo Kim, Hideki Matsuyama, Ryan Fox, Tom Kim, Russell Henley? Wait—Henley is on the U.S. Team, so the correct International automatic group includes Si Woo Kim, Hideki Matsuyama, Ryan Fox, Tom Kim, Min Woo Lee and Adam Scott, according to the official Presidents Cup roster.
The International captain's picks complete the roster with players including Sungjae Im, Nico Echavarria, Corey Conners, Nick Taylor, Christiaan Bezuidenhout and Ryo Hisatsune.
The roster gives Ogilvy a mixture of experienced veterans and players who can bring different styles to the four-ball, foursomes and singles formats.
One of the most recognizable names on the International side is Adam Scott, who has extensive Presidents Cup experience and remains one of the most experienced players in the competition.
Full 2026 U.S. Team Roster
The finalized United States roster features 12 players:
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Scottie Scheffler
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Cameron Young
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Wyndham Clark
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Sam Burns
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Russell Henley
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Collin Morikawa
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Chris Gotterup
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Xander Schauffele
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Justin Thomas
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Patrick Cantlay
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Jacob Bridgeman
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Jackson Koivun
Six players qualified automatically, while six were selected by captain Brandt Snedeker.
The presence of Scheffler, Schauffele, Thomas, Cantlay, Morikawa and Burns gives the American team substantial experience in high-profile team and individual competitions.
At the same time, players such as Bridgeman, Gotterup and Koivun add a younger element to the roster.
Full 2026 International Team Roster
The International Team also features 12 players:
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Si Woo Kim
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Ryan Fox
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Hideki Matsuyama
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Min Woo Lee
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Tom Kim
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Adam Scott
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Corey Conners
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Nico Echavarria
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Sungjae Im
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Nick Taylor
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Christiaan Bezuidenhout
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Ryo Hisatsune
The roster reflects the global nature of the Presidents Cup, with players representing several countries and regions outside the United States and Europe.
The International Team includes experienced Presidents Cup competitors such as Adam Scott, Hideki Matsuyama and Si Woo Kim, while younger players such as Min Woo Lee and Tom Kim provide another generation of talent.
How the Presidents Cup Works
Unlike a conventional PGA TOUR tournament, the Presidents Cup is a team competition.
Players compete in different match-play formats throughout the week, with points awarded to teams based on individual match results. The format gives captains an important strategic role because they must decide player pairings and manage their roster across multiple sessions.
The competition features formats including four-ball, foursomes and singles matches.
Four-ball involves two-player teams, with each golfer playing their own ball and the lowest score from the team counting for the hole.
Foursomes is also a two-player team format, but partners alternate shots while playing a single ball.
Singles matches put players directly against one another.
The structure means that a player's individual statistics are only one part of the story. Communication between teammates, pairing chemistry and the captain's decisions can all become important during the week.
That makes the Presidents Cup different from a standard 72-hole stroke-play tournament and creates the possibility of dramatic momentum swings from one session to the next.
Medinah Country Club Takes Center Stage
The choice of Medinah Country Club gives the 2026 Presidents Cup a major Chicago-area setting.
Course No. 3 has a long history of hosting high-profile golf tournaments. PGA TOUR information notes that the course has previously hosted the BMW Championship, the Ryder Cup, two PGA Championships, three U.S. Opens and the U.S. Senior Open.
For the Presidents Cup, the course presents an environment where both captains will need to consider how their players' games fit the demands of the layout.
Ogilvy's previous involvement with the redesign of Course No. 3 adds another interesting layer. As International Team captain, he will have familiarity with the course's characteristics, although the competition itself will ultimately be decided by the players on the course.
For spectators, Medinah is also being transformed into a major event destination during Presidents Cup week, with hospitality facilities, spectator areas, transportation options and other fan experiences available around the venue.
2026 Presidents Cup Schedule
The official ticketing schedule identifies the major days of the event as follows:
Tuesday, September 22: Professional practice rounds.
Wednesday, September 23: Professional practice rounds.
Thursday, September 24: Day 1 of Presidents Cup competition.
Friday, September 25: Day 2 of competition.
Saturday, September 26: Day 3 of competition.
Sunday, September 27: Final day of competition.
This distinction is useful for fans planning a visit. Although the official Presidents Cup event window begins September 22, the actual competition begins on September 24.
The first two days provide an opportunity for spectators to see the players prepare, while Thursday begins the competitive portion of the event.
Tickets for the 2026 Presidents Cup
2026 Presidents Cup tickets are officially on sale, according to the tournament's official website.
The event has multiple ticket and hospitality options, although availability varies by day and package. The official ticket information currently indicates that Thursday, Friday and Saturday tickets for the International Club hospitality area are sold out, while other ticketing and hospitality options may remain available.
Fans planning to attend should check the official Presidents Cup ticketing platform for the latest availability rather than relying on older ticket information.
Transportation is also an important consideration for spectators traveling to Medinah. The official event information lists general parking, rideshare and Metra options for visitors attending the tournament.
Because the event is expected to attract golf fans from across the United States and internationally, visitors may want to organize transportation and accommodation plans well before arriving in the Chicago area.
U.S. Team Looking to Continue Presidents Cup Success
The United States enters the 2026 Presidents Cup after winning the previous edition in 2024.
At the 2024 Presidents Cup, the U.S. Team defeated the International Team at Royal Montreal Golf Club. The official Presidents Cup history notes that the victory represented the Americans' 10th consecutive Presidents Cup win.
The broader historical record also shows the United States has dominated the competition, while the International Team has recorded one victory and the two sides have played to a tie once.
That history forms part of the backdrop for the 2026 event, although the tournament at Medinah will begin with a new set of matches and a new roster on both sides.
The International Team will arrive with its own experienced group, led by Ogilvy, while the American team will attempt to build on its recent Presidents Cup results under Snedeker.
Players to Watch at Medinah
Several players will attract particular attention when competition begins.
Scottie Scheffler is one of the most prominent names on the U.S. roster and will be making his presence felt in another international team competition.
Xander Schauffele also returns to the Presidents Cup environment. His previous Presidents Cup performance in 2024 included a key role in the American victory at Royal Montreal.
Justin Thomas brings extensive experience in team golf, while Patrick Cantlay and Collin Morikawa add further depth to the U.S. roster.
On the International side, Hideki Matsuyama remains one of the team's most recognizable players. Adam Scott brings significant experience, while Tom Kim and Min Woo Lee represent younger international stars who could become important figures during the week.
The team format also means that individual names do not necessarily tell the entire story. Captains will have to determine which players work well together and how to distribute their lineups over the competition.
Brandt Snedeker's Captaincy Adds Another Dimension
Snedeker's role is particularly significant because the Presidents Cup is not simply about selecting the 12 best available individual players.
The captain must manage a team environment, select pairings, communicate with players and assistants, and make decisions during a competition where momentum can change quickly.
Snedeker has surrounded himself with experienced assistants, including Jim Furyk and Keegan Bradley, while Webb Simpson was also announced as a captain's assistant for the U.S. Team.
That group gives the American side a combination of Presidents Cup and Ryder Cup experience as it prepares for Medinah.
Ogilvy has similarly built an experienced leadership group around the International Team, with Trevor Immelman and Camilo Villegas among his captain's assistants.
Why the 2026 Presidents Cup Matters
The Presidents Cup has become one of golf's major international team competitions, providing a different stage from the individual PGA TOUR schedule.
The 2026 edition is especially notable because it brings the competition to Medinah Country Club for the first time.
The Chicago location also provides an opportunity for fans in the region to watch some of the world's leading golfers compete in a team environment.
For the players, the tournament represents more than another event on the golf calendar. Each match contributes to a collective team score, meaning a strong performance from one player can influence the wider competition.
That dynamic is one reason the Presidents Cup has developed its own identity within professional golf.
What Fans Can Expect at Medinah
Spectators attending the 2026 Presidents Cup can expect more than a traditional golf tournament atmosphere.
The official event has announced fan experiences and hospitality options throughout the venue, including the Captains' Club and International Club. The tournament has also highlighted transportation options and other onsite experiences designed around the event.
The combination of Chicago's location, Medinah's golf history and the presence of 24 international players creates a major sporting week for the region.
Fans following the tournament from home will also have multiple opportunities to follow coverage and updates throughout the competition.
The PGA TOUR has provided official programming around the event, including coverage related to team selections and the buildup to competition at Medinah.
2026 Presidents Cup: What Happens Next?
With both 12-player rosters finalized, the focus now shifts from team selection to competition.
Players and captains will arrive at Medinah for practice rounds on September 22 and 23 before the first competitive matches begin on September 24.
The opening sessions will provide the first indication of how the captains approach pairings and how players respond to the match-play environment.
As the week progresses, the importance of every point will increase. Saturday brings another full day of team competition before Sunday's singles matches provide the final stage of the event.
For fans, the result will not be determined by one individual round but through a series of matches involving players from both teams.
How to Follow the 2026 Presidents Cup
Golf fans can follow official tournament updates through the Presidents Cup website and PGA TOUR platforms, including team information, schedules, player updates and event news.
The official Presidents Cup website also provides information about tickets, transportation, hospitality, the host course and the tournament's history.
For fans attending in person, checking the official schedule before traveling is particularly important because the event includes practice days as well as competition days.
The most important competitive dates are September 24 through September 27, while September 22 and 23 are practice days for professionals.
2026 Presidents Cup: U.S. Team vs. International Team
The 2026 Presidents Cup arrives at Medinah with two finalized teams and two experienced captains.
Brandt Snedeker's United States Team features Scottie Scheffler, Xander Schauffele, Justin Thomas, Patrick Cantlay, Collin Morikawa and other leading American players. Geoff Ogilvy's International Team features established stars such as Hideki Matsuyama and Adam Scott alongside players including Tom Kim, Min Woo Lee and Sungjae Im.
The event's history adds another layer to the competition. The United States has won the Presidents Cup repeatedly in recent editions, including the 2024 event, while the International Team will enter Medinah looking to create a new chapter in the competition's history.
Medinah itself will be another central character during the week. Its Course No. 3 has already hosted some of golf's most important tournaments, and the Presidents Cup now adds an international team competition to that list.
The 2026 Presidents Cup is ready to take center stage at Medinah Country Club in Illinois, with Brandt Snedeker's United States Team facing Geoff Ogilvy's International Team in the 16th edition of the biennial competition. The official event window runs from September 22–27, 2026, with practice rounds on September 22 and 23 and the four-day competitive schedule beginning September 24.
With the rosters finalized, attention now turns to the players, pairings and match-play sessions that will determine the outcome. A lineup featuring Scottie Scheffler, Xander Schauffele, Justin Thomas, Hideki Matsuyama, Adam Scott, Tom Kim and other international stars gives golf fans plenty to follow throughout the week.
As the teams arrive at Medinah, the focus will shift from preparation to competition. The first tee shots on September 24 will officially begin the battle for the Presidents Cup, while Sunday's singles matches will ultimately bring the 2026 event to a close.