Seventeen-year-old amateur Noah Maclauchlan earned a berth in the 2026 U.S. Junior Amateur final by defeating Miles Russell with a 14-under score on Saturday. The title decider is set for Sunday. The publication has released a list of 10 highlights about Maclauchlan after his deciding performance. The amateur’s impressive tally marked a surprise advance to the championship tie. His win follows a strong run through the competition at the event in North Carolina.