Jay Card III Shines with Dramatic Win at the Fortinet Cup Championship
Surrey, British Columbia — Championship Sunday at Morgan Creek Golf Course belonged to Jay Card III. With an electrifying 8-under 62, Card erased a two-stroke deficit to claim his second victory of the season and surge to No. 2 in the final Fortinet Cup standings.
Michael Brennan, who finished tied for fourth, capped off a stellar year by locking in the No. 1 spot in the season-long Fortinet Cup race. Together, Brennan and Card were the only players to win multiple times on PGA TOUR Americas in 2025.
A Clutch Performance
Card came into the week ranked fifth in points. His final-round charge not only secured the win but also cemented his place in the history books as the only player to win on both the Latin America and North America swings this season.
“It’s so special,” Card said after the victory. “You don’t get that many opportunities to win. To come from two back on Sunday and shoot 62 — that’s the kind of moment that builds confidence. These are things you dream about.”
Looking Ahead
With the win, Card earned full status on the Korn Ferry Tour for 2026 and an exemption into the final stage of PGA TOUR Q-School presented by Korn Ferry, set for December at TPC Sawgrass.
“It’s incredible,” he reflected. “When I’m on, I feel like there’s no one better. Days like this are what drive me to be better — they make me feel alive. To know I’m one step closer to the PGA TOUR is just incredible.”
More Than Just Golf
Beyond the leaderboard, Card reflected on the friendships and memories made this year.
“The golf is incredible, but the friendships and lifelong experiences out here — that’s what’s really special,” he said. “I’ll remember the Dairy Queen runs, the karaoke nights … those are the things I’ll cherish.”
Charting the Champion
Name: Jay Card III
Final 2025 Standing: No. 2
Age: 31
Hometown: Shelter Island, New York
College: High Point University
Turned Pro: 2018
Unique Facts: Accomplished musician, classically trained opera singer, with performances at Carnegie Hall and the Vatican.
Competition Highlights
Winning Score: 21-under, closing with an 8-under 62
Notables: Derek Hitchner moved into the top 10 with a T6 finish; Michael Brennan finished T4 to secure the season-long title.
Top Canadian: Drew Nesbitt, who ended the year No. 8 in the standings.
Course Stats: The par-4 second played as the toughest hole (+0.561), while the par-5 seventh was the easiest (-0.667).
Final Thoughts
With his victory at Morgan Creek, Jay Card III not only capped off a memorable season but also set the stage for an exciting next chapter on the Korn Ferry Tour. His journey — from wins across two continents to his passion for music and the friendships built along the way — shows there’s much more to this champion than just his scorecard.