Kipp Popert makes USGA history with fourth straight U.S. Adaptive Open title

England's Kipp Popert has cemented his place in USGA history after claiming a remarkable fourth consecutive U.S. Adaptive Open Championship with a commanding victory at Woodmont Country Club.

The England Golf Disability Squad player produced a stunning closing round of 9-under-par 63 to finish 18-under for the championship, six shots clear of 2022 champion Simon Lee. Justin Carlock and seated player Max Togisala shared third place on nine-under.

Popert's latest triumph makes him the first male golfer to win the same USGA championship four years in succession, adding another landmark achievement to an already outstanding adaptive golf career.

The 28-year-old, who celebrated his birthday on the opening day of the championship, admitted the significance of the achievement had been on his mind before the final round.

"I really wanted it," Popert said after lifting the trophy.

After seeing playing partner Justin Carlock eagle the par-five third hole to apply early pressure, Popert responded in emphatic fashion. He reeled off three consecutive birdies and reached the turn in a flawless six-under 30 before pulling away from the field to complete another dominant victory.

Reflecting on his success, Popert paid tribute to the growth of adaptive golf and the opportunities the championship continues to create.

"I'm extremely pleased and extremely proud of all the hard work I put in," he said.

"I really want disabled golf and adaptive golf to keep moving forward, and I hope I'm helping do that. I just want more opportunities for kids growing up that we didn't have.

"I'm extremely grateful to the USGA for putting on this championship. Without it, I wouldn't have the chance to pursue my dreams. To play the way I did today is what dreams are made of."

Born with cerebral palsy and having undergone multiple surgeries on his lower body, Popert has become one of the leading figures in adaptive golf, with his latest performance underlining his status as the player to beat.

Women's champion Kim Moore also claimed victory at Woodmont Country Club, with both champions receiving gold medals, a year's custody of their U.S. Adaptive Open trophies and five-year exemptions into the championship.

The seventh edition of the U.S. Adaptive Open will be staged at Sunriver Resort's Meadows Course in Bend, Oregon, from July 5-7, 2027.