Pádraig Harrington has cemented his status as a senior golf legend, securing his third US Senior Open title at Scioto Country Club in Ohio on Sunday, July 5, 2026. With this victory, the 54-year-old Irishman joins Miller Barber as the only player in history to win this prestigious senior major three times, having previously triumphed in 2022 and 2025.
Entering the final round trailing home favorite Stewart Cink by one stroke, Harrington delivered a composed performance, carding a four-under-par round to finish at 12 under for the tournament. Cink struggled to maintain his momentum during the closing holes, allowing Harrington to clinch the championship by a four-stroke margin. Reporting to the USGA, Harrington noted the unusual lack of late-round pressure, describing the experience as “boring” in a positive, professional sense.
The leaderboard saw Ian Poulter of England finish in fourth place, seven shots back, while Welshman Jamie Donaldson tied for fifth. Northern Ireland’s Darren Clarke concluded the tournament in a tie for eighth at three under. This win marks Harrington’s fourth senior major title, adding to his stellar career that includes victories at the 2007 and 2008 Open Championships and the 2008 PGA Championship.