Stewart Cink Wins Mitsubishi Electric Championship
On January 24, 2026, at 11:46 PM ET, the golf world witnessed a thrilling conclusion to the PGA Tour Champions’ season-opening Mitsubishi Electric Championship. Held at the prestigious Hualalai golf course in Ka’upulehu-Kona, Hawaii, the tournament saw Stewart Cink emerge victorious, claiming his second consecutive win on the senior circuit.
Cink, a 52-year-old golf veteran, finished the tournament with an impressive 8-under 63, securing a three-stroke victory. His total score of 23-under 193 at Hualalai marked a remarkable achievement, demonstrating his skill and consistency on the course. This win follows his previous success in the Charles Schwab Cup Championship in Phoenix, where he closed out the 2025 season with a victory. Cink now boasts five senior titles, solidifying his position as a force to be reckoned with in the world of golf.
Notable Performances and Final Standings
Ángel Cabrera took second place, finishing with a 66, while Retief Goosen shot a 64 to secure third place at 18 under. Ernie Els, Thomas Bjorn, and Freddie Jacobson all finished at 17 under, with Els carding a 67, Bjorn a 66, and Jacobson a 70. The legendary Fred Couples, at 66 years old, demonstrated his enduring talent, finishing at 15 under after a 70.
The Mitsubishi Electric Championship marked an exciting start to the PGA Tour Champions’ 2026 season, with Cink’s win setting the tone for a competitive year ahead. As the senior golf circuit continues to showcase the skills of veteran golfers, fans can expect to see more thrilling performances from Cink and his fellow competitors. For more information on the PGA Tour Champions and its upcoming events, visit the official PGA Tour website.
With his latest victory, Cink has proven himself to be a dominant force in the world of senior golf, and his name will undoubtedly be one to watch in the coming months. As the golf community looks to the future, it will be exciting to see how Cink and his fellow competitors fare in the challenges ahead.
