Incredible as that seemed Thursday evening, improbable as it was as late as an hour before Saturday sunset, the Internationals had a chance to do something they’ve done just once in 30 years as the third day of the 2024 Presidents Cup was coming to a close in front of an increasingly spirited Canadian crowd.

The United States put themselves in prime position to secure a 10th consecutive Presidents Cup as they built an 11-7 lead over the International Team on Saturday in Montreal where they won the morning fourballs and afternoon foursomes.