Some venues test your game. Pebble Beach defines it.
And for the second straight year, David Hilfman and Joshua Medcalf proved they are built for it.
The duo returned to the Monterey Peninsula and successfully defended their title at the 2026 AmateurGolf.com Two-Man Links and Father & Son Championship, navigating Pebble Beach Golf Links, Spyglass Hill, and Poppy Hills to claim the Open Gross Championship at 1-over.
In a championship defined by small margins and demanding conditions, Hilfman and Medcalf separated themselves once again with consistency, experience, and timely scoring—adding another Pebble Beach victory to their growing Two-Man Links legacy.
Back-to-Back at Pebble
After winning the inaugural event in 2025, Hilfman and Medcalf returned with the expectation—and delivered.
They closed with a steady final round at Pebble Beach to finish at 217 (+1), holding off the team of Preston Hammontree and John Keady, who finished second at 9-over.
On courses where momentum can shift quickly, Hilfman and Medcalf avoided big mistakes and capitalized on key scoring opportunities. Their ability to manage Pebble’s demanding greens and shifting coastal winds once again proved decisive.
Open Net: Zaelit & Hyde Take Control
In the Open Net division, it was a family-driven performance at the top of the leaderboard.
Raymond Zaelit and Leonard Hyde captured the title at 5-under net, using a strong closing round to secure the win.
They were followed closely by Garrett Hyde and Tyler Zaelit, who finished at 3-under net, capping a competitive week for both teams.
The net division once again highlighted the depth of the field and the importance of executing under pressure across all three courses.
Father & Son: Hurleys Shine at Pebble
The Father & Son Gross Championship produced one of the most impressive performances of the week.
Cory and Henry Hurley dominated the division, finishing at 15-under to claim the title in convincing fashion. Their closing round at Pebble Beach sealed a standout performance built on aggressive play and consistent scoring.
Jonathan and Robert Alden finished second at 5-under, rounding out a strong showing in one of the event’s most meaningful divisions.
In the Father & Son Net division, Ethan and Tony Hejna delivered a winning performance at 15-under net, holding off Casey and Chris Craig, who finished at 12-under net.
The division continues to be a cornerstone of the championship—combining elite competition with the unique dynamic of family partnership.
Senior Division: Potter & Mundinger Prevail
The Senior Division saw a steady and composed performance from Doug Potter and Richard Mundinger, who captured the title at 6-over.
Their ability to manage the three-course rotation and limit mistakes proved critical in separating from the field.
Jim Arnold and Kelly Hartwig finished second at 17-over, completing the podium in a competitive senior field.
A Championship Defined by the Setting
Pebble Beach once again delivered exactly what it always does—clarity.
The margin for error was small. The consequences were real. And the teams that succeeded did so through discipline, experience, and execution.
Across all divisions, the champions shared a common trait: they didn’t try to overpower Pebble. They respected it.
From the iconic closing stretch along the Pacific to the demanding visuals of Spyglass Hill and the strategic challenges of Poppy Hills, the championship tested every part of the game.
The Season is Underway
With Pebble Beach complete, the 2026 Two-Man Links season is officially underway.
The standard has been set—again—by champions who understand how to win on meaningful ground.
Next stop: Bandon Dunes.
Different landscape. Same expectation.
Two players. One score. Championship golf.