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The United States ended a six tournament long winless streak in majors with Keegan Bradley's triumph at the PGA Championship a reminder of the emerging young talent in professional golf.

An American victory at the Atlanta Athletic Club was not unexpected but what was a surprise was that the country's first major success since Phil Mickelson's win in the 2010 Masters would come from a playoff between 25-year-old rookie Bradley and the little known Jason Dufner.

Another young American, Brendan Steele, was also in the picture before fading on Sunday and while experienced campaigners such as Scott Verplank, David Toms and D.A. Points were top 10 finishers along with 27-year-old Kevin Na, it is clear that a new, young face holding the Wanamaker Trophy was the boost that the American golf needed.

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