Seventeen-year-old amateur Noah Maclauchlan booked his spot in the 2026 U.S. Junior Amateur final by defeating Miles Russell at 14 under on Saturday. The championship showdown is set for Sunday. Golf Monthly has published a list of 10 highlights about Maclauchlan after his deciding performance. The teenager’s leading total marked a shock advance to the showpiece match. His victory follows a dominant run through earlier rounds at the event in North Carolina.