Seventeen-year-old amateur Noah Maclauchlan secured his place 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 shared ten notable details about Maclauchlan after his deciding performance. The teenager’s 14-under score marked a surprise advance to the championship tie. His win follows a dominant run through matches at the event in North Carolina.