Home-State Hero Young Shines in Superb Ryder Cup Debut
Cameron Young and Justin Thomas secured one of only two U.S. wins in the afternoon session, helping the team remain competitive despite Europe’s lead.
- On Friday at Bethpage Black, Cameron Young and Justin Thomas defeated Rasmus Højgaard and Ludvig Aberg 6 and 5 in the afternoon fourball.
- In the afternoon fourball session, Team USA won one of two matches Friday as Team Europe led 5 1/2-2 1/2 after the opening day.
- Rookie Cameron Young sank five birdies and played alongside Justin Thomas in the afternoon fourball, combining for multiple birdies en route to their win.
- Cameron Young will lead Saturday's foursomes match with Bryson DeChambeau as Team USA aims to rally after his strong Friday performance.
- As a historical note, Cameron Young was the first American to win a Ryder Cup debut by six or more holes since Phil Mickelson, and the PGA of America allowed preferred lies after heavy rain Thursday.
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