Seventeen-year-old amateur Noah Maclauchlan secured his place in the 2026 U.S. Junior Amateur final by overcoming Miles Russell with a 14-under score on Saturday. The championship showdown is set for Sunday. The publication has published 10 key facts about Maclauchlan after his final-round performance. The young player’s 14-under score marked a surprise advance to the showpiece match. His triumph follows a strong run through earlier rounds at the tournament in North Carolina.