The 2026 Gateway PGA Players Championship delivered plenty of drama at Sunset Hills Country Club in Edwardsville, Illinois, as all three divisions — Regular, Senior and Super Senior — were decided in playoffs.
In the Regular Division, Steven Hausmann of Annbriar Golf Course, Tyler Willette of Piper Glen Golf Club and Brian Coe of Family Golf & Learning Center all finished regulation at 2-under-par 70, forcing a playoff to determine the champion.
Hausmann ultimately emerged victorious after two playoff holes. Hausmann made par on the 17th hole while Willette carded a bogey, giving Hausmann the edge and the 2026 Gateway PGA Players Championship title.
Gaus Wins Senior and Super Senior Divisions
The Senior and Super Senior Divisions featured a playoff of their own, with Bob Gaus of Family Golf & Learning Center and Nash Haxel of The Quarry at Crystal Springs both posting impressive rounds of 4-under-par 68.
The two PGA Professionals finished tied at the top of both divisions, sending them into a playoff to determine the champions.
Gaus prevailed in the playoff, capturing the championship in both the Senior and Super Senior Divisions.
With all three divisions requiring a playoff to determine their champions, the 2026 Gateway PGA Players Championship provided an exciting finish at Sunset Hills Country Club.