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Jordan Gumberg, a No. 669

EASTERN CAPE, South Africa — Jordan Gumberg, an American ranked No. 669, was a surprise winner of the SDC Championship on the European tour on Sunday when he beat Robin Williams in a playoff.

The final round only went to a playoff after Williams made double-bogey at the 17th hole to move to 12 under with Gumberg.

Jordan Gumberg, a No. 669

The 28-year-old Gumberg, who started the day three shots off the lead, holed a birdie putt from around 15 feet at the second playoff hole for victory.

Jordan Gumberg, a No. 669

Gumberg shot 68 in the final round. Williams shot 69.

Jordan Gumberg, a No. 669

“I never really got this far in my dreams,” he said. “So I’m kind of at a loss for words but it means everything.”

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