2025 was a year full of highs, lows, and drama in professional golf. Here’s a look back at the most-read stories of the year.
From the Ryder Cup to the US Open, Masters and PGA Championship, this year delivered plenty of excitement. Beyond round reports, we kept you informed on everything happening in pro golf. But which stories resonated most with readers? Here’s the year in review.
Ryder Cup 2025: Drama On and Off the Course
The 2025 Ryder Cup was undoubtedly the event of the year. However, American fans stirred controversy with unsportsmanlike behavior, including chants like \”f*** you, Rory.\” Tensions escalated when videos showed host Heather McMahan encouraging the chants. She was dismissed before the final day.
Another hot topic was Viktor Hovland’s withdrawal due to injury before Sunday’s matches. His half-point proved crucial in fending off a U.S. comeback, sparking debate over the Ryder Cup’s envelope rule.
Even before the first tee shot, Keegan Bradley made headlines by mistakenly crediting Justin Rose instead of Justin Leonard for a famous 1999 putt, drawing laughs from Team Europe.
Fleetwood, McIlroy, and MacIntyre Make Waves
Tommy Fleetwood capped off a stellar Ryder Cup with a 4-1-0 record and earned the Nicklaus-Jacklin Award for sportsmanship and leadership.
At the US Open, Rory McIlroy’s frustration boiled over as he threw his club and smashed a tee marker after poor shots, capturing fans’ attention worldwide.
Meanwhile, Robert MacIntyre silenced the crowd at the BMW PGA Championship after sinking a putt amid heckling, delivering a memorable “shush” moment.