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Lee Wins LIV Promotions as Hellgren, Kim Claim 2026 Wildcards

Kim’s full-season return caps a two-year comeback following a 12-year layoff.

Jan 10, 2026; Lecanto, Florida, United States; Richard T. Lee hits from the first tee during the third round of the LIV Golf Black Diamond Ranch golf tournament at Black Diamond Ranch. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Swinger-Imagn Images
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The top three golfers at the LIV Golf Promotions pose for photos after the competition at Black Diamond Ranch in Lecanto, Florida, on Jan. 11, 2025, in this Imagn Images photo via Reuters. From left: Anthony Kim of the United States, the third-place finisher; Richard T. Lee of Canada, the winner; and Bjorn Hellgren of Sweden, the runner-up.
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Overview

  • Richard T. Lee captured medalist honors at Black Diamond Ranch with an 11-under total to win the LIV Promotions Trophy.
  • Bjorn Hellgren surged to second place at six under with a final-round 64 capped by a birdie at the last.
  • Anthony Kim finished third at five under with a closing 69, securing the final 2026 wildcard after earlier clutch putting kept him alive.
  • Event rules awarded full-season wildcards to the top three finishers and exemptions into the 2026 International Series for the top 10 and ties.
  • Kim’s run drew strong attention on social media, and Phil Mickelson publicly encouraged him during the week.