The 2026 Presidents Cup standings have taken clearer shape following the BMW Championship. The top six American players have locked in automatic spots, while the International side continues its qualification race through the Tour Championship.
Brandt Snedeker will captain the United States and Geoff Ogilvy will lead Team International. Both 12-man teams will feature six automatic qualifiers and six captain’s picks. The matches take place at Medinah Country Club from September 22–27.
Here is the complete look at the current 2026 Presidents Cup standings for both sides.
How the 2026 Presidents Cup Teams Are Selected
The U.S. team uses a weighted points system based on FedExCup points earned from January 1, 2025, through August 23, 2026. The top six players after the BMW Championship earned automatic qualification.
The International team uses Official World Golf Ranking points. Its six automatic spots will be finalized after the Tour Championship.
2026 U.S. Presidents Cup Standings
Captain: Brandt Snedeker
Standings through the BMW Championship (August 23)
| Rank | Player | Points | Movement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scottie Scheffler | 14,749 | — |
| 2 | Cameron Young | 7,889 | — |
| 3 | Wyndham Clark | 6,221 | ↑ 4 |
| 4 | Sam Burns | 6,148 | ↓ 1 |
| 5 | Russell Henley | 6,009 | ↓ 1 |
| 6 | Collin Morikawa | 5,614 | — |
| 7 | Chris Gotterup | 5,535 | ↑ 1 |
| 8 | Ben Griffin | 5,271 | ↓ 3 |
| 9 | Xander Schauffele | 5,034 | — |
| 10 | J.J. Spaun | 5,023 | — |
| 11 | Justin Thomas | 4,481 | — |
| 12 | Jacob Bridgeman | 4,385 | — |
| 13 | Patrick Cantlay | 4,226 | ↑ 4 |
| 14 | Akshay Bhatia | 4,180 | ↓ 1 |
| 15 | Maverick McNealy | 3,893 | ↑ 1 |
U.S. Automatic Qualifiers Confirmed
The top six players in the Presidents Cup U.S. rankings have officially secured their places:
- Scottie Scheffler
- Cameron Young
- Wyndham Clark
- Sam Burns
- Russell Henley
- Collin Morikawa
These six Presidents Cup automatic qualifiers will be joined by six captain’s picks that Snedeker will announce after the Tour Championship.
2026 International Presidents Cup Standings
Captain: Geoff Ogilvy
Standings through the BMW Championship (August 23)
| Rank | Player | Country | Points | Movement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Si Woo Kim | Republic of Korea | 4.8449 | — |
| 2 | Hideki Matsuyama | Japan | 3.7746 | ↑ 1 |
| 3 | Ryan Fox | New Zealand | 3.7730 | ↓ 1 |
| 4 | Tom Kim | Republic of Korea | 3.3723 | ↑ 1 |
| 5 | Min Woo Lee | Australia | 3.3501 | ↓ 1 |
| 6 | Adam Scott | Australia | 2.2675 | — |
| 7 | Corey Conners | Canada | 2.1999 | — |
| 8 | Nico Echavarria | Colombia | 2.0383 | — |
| 9 | Sungjae Im | Republic of Korea | 2.0238 | — |
| 10 | Ryo Hisatsune | Japan | 1.9126 | ↑ 2 |
| 11 | Jason Day | Australia | 1.8686 | ↓ 1 |
| 12 | Casey Jarvis | South Africa | 1.8179 | ↓ 1 |
| 13 | Nick Taylor | Canada | 1.6708 | — |
| 14 | Aldrich Potgieter | South Africa | 1.4792 | — |
| 15 | Keita Nakajima | Japan | 1.4251 | ↑ 1 |
International Qualification Race
The International automatic spots remain open until after the Tour Championship. Si Woo Kim currently leads the Presidents Cup International rankings, followed closely by Hideki Matsuyama and Ryan Fox.
Players just outside the top six — including Corey Conners, Nico Echavarria, and Sungjae Im — stay within reach and will also factor into captain’s pick discussions.
Key Players Still in Contention
On the U.S. side, Chris Gotterup sits only 79 points behind the final automatic spot. Ben Griffin, Xander Schauffele, Justin Thomas, and Patrick Cantlay (who climbed four places at the BMW Championship) are among the strongest candidates for Snedeker’s six picks.
For the International team, the Presidents Cup points race stays competitive through the final Playoff event, giving Ogilvy several experienced options when he finalizes his roster.
Key Dates Ahead
- September 1: Both captains announce their six picks
- September 22–27: 2026 Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club
- September 24: Main competition begins
- September 27: Singles matches and trophy ceremony
The 2026 Presidents Cup standings show a clear top six for the United States and an open race on the International side. Once the Tour Championship concludes and the captain’s picks are revealed, both 12-man teams will be complete and attention will shift fully to Medinah.
FAQ
Who are the current 2026 Presidents Cup automatic qualifiers for the U.S.?
Scottie Scheffler, Cameron Young, Wyndham Clark, Sam Burns, Russell Henley, and Collin Morikawa.
When will the International automatic qualifiers be finalized?
After the Tour Championship.
When do the captains announce their picks?
Both captains are scheduled to announce selections on September 1.
Where is the 2026 Presidents Cup being played?
Medinah Country Club in Illinois, September 22–27.
