Among football stars and boxing champs, one unexpected name made Google’s Top 10 most searched athletes in 2025: Justin Rose.
When Google released its ‘Year in Search’ for 2025, many were surprised to see Justin Rose ranked tenth among the most searched athletes in the United States. Not a recent major winner, nor a social media sensation, Rose stood out as the only golfer on the list—surpassing even more prominent names in the golf world.
Justin Rose: Masters Drama, FedEx Win, Ryder Cup Glory
Rose had a standout year in 2025. In April, he battled Rory McIlroy in a playoff at the Masters, narrowly missing out as McIlroy completed his career Grand Slam. That summer, Rose ended his PGA Tour drought by winning the FedEx St. Jude Championship—his 12th career title. He capped off the season as part of Team Europe’s victorious squad at the Ryder Cup in New York, where they triumphed 15–13.
Google Surge After Augusta Showdown
Rose’s biggest digital moment came in the week following the Masters. Between April 13 and 19, search interest in Justin Rose spiked across the U.S.—with Ireland showing particularly high interest. His dramatic Sunday duel with McIlroy in Augusta likely fueled the surge. Despite the narrow loss, Rose found himself in the spotlight.
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