The United States has taken an 8-6 lead after Saturday's four-ball session at the Presidents Cup held at Royal Montreal. Patrick Cantlay played a pivotal role in this success, making three birdies and an eagle in his last six holes, which helped secure a match victory alongside partner Sam Burns. They defeated the International team duo of Hideki Matsuyama and Im Sung-jae with a score of 2&1. The Americans had a strong showing in the morning matches, winning three out of four, building on their previous success where they swept five four-ball matches on Thursday. However, the Internationals managed to equalize by sweeping five Friday foursomes matches, demonstrating their competitive spirit [5260240f].
The overall rivalry between the US and the Internationals stands at 12-1-1 in favor of the Americans, a statistic that reflects the historical dominance of the US team in this biennial event. Despite the challenging results, International captain Mike Weir expressed confidence in his team's performance and potential to turn the tide. A notable moment in the matches came when Matsuyama missed a crucial birdie putt at the 17th hole, which could have shifted momentum. Other US players, including Scottie Scheffler and Collin Morikawa, also secured victories, contributing to the team's overall lead [5260240f].
Looking ahead, the afternoon foursomes matches will feature the same eight players from the morning session, indicating a strategic continuity as both teams aim to capitalize on their strengths. The competition remains fierce, and the outcome of the remaining matches will be crucial in determining the final standings of this prestigious golf tournament [5260240f].