Stefano Mazzoli Wins Corales Puntacana Championship

How the Italian Rookie Claimed Victory

Stefano Mazzoli captured the US PGA Tour Corales Puntacana Championship on Sunday with a spectacular birdie putt from just outside 24 feet at the final hole. The 24‑year‑old Italian, a DP World Tour rookie, posted a six‑under 66 in the last round to finish at 20‑under 268. He surged from a four‑stroke deficit with seven holes left to edge out Gordon Sargent and Todd Clements by a single shot.

Edge-of-Seat Finish

Clements, who had commanded a four‑stroke cushion with six holes remaining, saw his chances evaporate when he double‑bogeyed the 13th and bogeyed the 16th. His bid for a playoff vanished after a miss from 11 feet on the 18th. Mazzoli’s late run turned a near‑miss into triumph, sealing his first top‑level title.

Rising Career Highlights

This victory marks Mazzoli’s first win since the 2022 Ein Bay Open on the Alps Tour. He was honored as the 2024 Asian Tour Rookie of the Year and earned the championship in just his third US PGA Tour start. “It has been a roller coaster this past year,” Mazzoli said, reflecting on his path to the crown.

What It Means Going Forward

The Dominican Republic event, typically overshadowed by majors like the Open Championship, now showcases a rising star who proved he can compete at the highest level. With a total of 20 under and a strong final round, Mazzoli adds a prestigious title to his résumé and signals that he belongs among the tour’s top contenders. His performance highlights how quickly a player can transition from rookie status to champion.