TGL Action Heats Up: Boston Common Golf Secures First Win in Team History
The TGL season is in full swing, and the latest match between Boston Common Golf and the Los Angeles Golf Club at SoFi Center in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, did not disappoint. After a winless inaugural season in 2025, Boston Common picked up its first win in team history, beating Los Angeles 7-5 in a back-and-forth match. The active players for Boston were Rory McIlroy, Keegan Bradley, and Michael Thorbjornsen, while Adam Scott and Hideki Matsuyama were inactive. For Los Angeles, Justin Rose, Collin Morikawa, and Sahith Theegala competed, with Tommy Fleetwood sitting out.
A Look Back at the Best Moments from Friday’s Match
The match was filled with exciting moments, and we’re taking a closer look at the highlights. Michael Thorbjornsen’s first TGL shot was one to remember, although not for the reasons he had hoped. His shot on Hole 1 landed in a bunker, and things only got worse when his next shot bounced back into the bunker, giving Los Angeles a 1-0 lead.
Rory McIlroy Sets Boston Up to Tie
However, Los Angeles didn’t hold the lead for long. Rory McIlroy hit a perfect shot from 92 yards, leaving the ball just 9 feet from the hole. After Rose missed a shot, LAGC declined a hammer throw, giving Boston the point on the hole and tying the match at 1-1. McIlroy’s clutch shot was a testament to his skill and experience, and it set the tone for the rest of the match.
Theegala’s Impressive 70-Footer
Sahith Theegala put the pressure on Boston Common on Hole 4, sinking an impressive shot from just over 70 feet. The shot put Los Angeles in position to extend its lead, and the team threw the hammer to make the hole worth two points. Theegala’s shot was a highlight of the match, and it showed why he’s a force to be reckoned with on the course.
Thorbjornsen Responds
Thorbjornsen answered Theegala with a clutch shot on Hole 4, hitting a putt to tie the hole and keep LA’s lead at 2-1. The rookie’s shot was a testament to his skill and composure under pressure, and it set the stage for the rest of the match.
Boston Retakes Lead on Hole 12
The duel between Theegala and Thorbjornsen continued into the singles portion of the match, as the two squared off on Hole 12. Thorbjornsen rose to the occasion again, sinking a 17-foot putt to give Boston Common a 6-5 lead. The shot was a turning point in the match, and it gave Boston the momentum it needed to secure the win.
Thorbjornsen Seals the Win
With a chance to seal the win for his hometown team, Thorbjornsen, a Boston native, drilled a 15-footer to give Boston a 7-5 win. The shot was a thrilling conclusion to an exciting match, and it marked a historic moment for Boston Common Golf. The team’s first win in TGL history was a testament to the skill and determination of its players, and it sets the stage for a promising season ahead.
