Chris Gotterup Wins The First-Ever Myrtle Beach Classic

Chris Gotterup surged in the 2nd round to take the lead after 36 holes and went on to win the Classic Sunday.

The first-ever Myrtle Beach Classic wrapped up Sunday!

Organizers reported over 15,000 people attended the event on Saturday alone. That marks a record-setting turn out for a first-ever Grand Strand event of the PGA Tour.

Chris Gotterup surged in the 2nd round to take the lead after 36 holes and went on to win the Classic Sunday.

It was the 24-year-old’s first professional win on the PGA Tour. He finished the 72-hole event at 22 under.

With the victory, Gotterup earned a spot in next week’s major event, the PGA Championship at Valhalla in Kentucky.