Els wins Principal Charity for 4th Champions win
In a thrilling climax to the 2024 Principal Charity Classic, Ernie Els emerged victorious, securing his fourth PGA Tour Champions victory. The South African legend held off a determined field to claim the title, carding a final-round 67 to finish 15-under par.
Bernhard Langer, the tournament’s defending champion, delivered another impressive performance, tying for third place at 11-under. The German great shared the podium with Spain’s Miguel Ángel Jiménez and American Fred Couples, both of whom also finished at 11-under.
Els’ victory marks a significant milestone in his illustrious career, as he becomes the fourth player to reach four wins on PGA Tour Champions. His triumph also adds to the growing legacy of success at the Principal Charity Classic, which has seen some of golf’s biggest names grace its fairways.