Logan McAllister secured his first Korn Ferry Tour title at the Astara Chile Classic, finishing with a 19-under 265 score. He rallied in the final round to win by one stroke over Davis Chatfield, moving up significantly in the Points List and strengthening his path towards PGA Tour membership for 2026. Other competitors, including Chatfield and leaders like Hank Lebioda, also recorded impressive performances during the tournament.
Logan McAllister clinched his first Korn Ferry Tour title at the Astara Chile Classic presented by Scotiabank, finishing with a score of 19-under 265. He achieved this victory at Prince of Wales Country Club, edging out Davis Chatfield by a single stroke. Starting the final round three shots behind the leader, Cole Hammer, McAllister surged with a final round of 7-under 64, featuring eight birdies. This win marks a significant milestone in his career after 60 starts on the tour.
The victory propelled McAllister from 113th to 6th place on the Korn Ferry Tour Points List for the season. Only the top 20 will secure PGA Tour membership for the 2026 season, and McAllister is now firmly in contention. After gaining Korn Ferry Tour membership in 2022, he experienced ups and downs, finishing 44th and then 92nd in subsequent seasons before achieving full status for 2026 with this win.
McAllister, aged 25, has demonstrated consistent improvement throughout his career, which includes competing against notable former teammates at the University of Oklahoma who are currently on the PGA Tour. His strong performance in Chile places him in a favorable position to join them soon. In the tournament, he recorded not only his first win but several impressive stats, including a correlation between his performance and his previous best finishes.
Davis Chatfield also performed remarkably, finishing second with a bogey-free final round of 5-under 66, achieving his career-best finish in 55 starts. Additionally, Hank Lebioda maintained his lead at the top of the Points List after finishing T3, along with Kensei Hirata and Cole Hammer, who also recorded career-high finishes in the tournament. Other notable performances included Matthew Anderson and Trey Winstead, both finishing in strong positions.
Logan McAllister’s victory at the Astara Chile Classic marks his first Korn Ferry Tour title, showcasing his resilience and skill after previous challenges. This win elevates him significantly on the Points List, providing a pathway to the PGA Tour. Meanwhile, Davis Chatfield and other competitors also achieved personal bests, highlighting the rising talent within the Korn Ferry Tour. McAllister’s journey reflects the competitive nature of professional golf, promising an exciting future ahead.
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