The 2025 golf season comes to an end. We look back at the greatest highlight shots and unforgettable moments of the year – the annual review.
As the 2025 season wraps up, it’s time to reflect. With the European team’s Ryder Cup victory, Rory McIlroy’s Grand Slam achievements, and many more highlights, there is plenty to remember from this year. Often, the individual shots that contributed to these successes are overlooked, yet these shots are just as spectacular as the triumphs themselves. This year, once again, there were legendary shots that players and fans alike will remember for a long time.
Rory McIlroy’s Shot on the 15th at the Masters
Arguably the most legendary shot of the year happened this season at the Masters’ 15th hole. Rory McIlroy was tied after 14 holes with Justin Rose and Ludvig Aberg. His tee shot went slightly left, leaving a tree between him and the green on the Par 5. While most would play it safe to secure a par, McIlroy took a full-risk approach and hit an incredible draw that landed just beside the pin. This shot showcased not only McIlroy’s skill but also his remarkable determination in 2025 to finally win the Masters and complete the Career Grand Slam.
Patrick Reed Makes History with an Albatross at the US Open
Oakmont is considered one of the toughest golf courses worldwide, and the US Open is an event where shooting under par can already make you a contender. Patrick Reed’s second shot on the par-5 fourth hole at this year’s US Open was astonishing. From 261 meters, he holed his fairway wood on a 568-meter long Par 5 to score an albatross. This was only the fourth time in US Open history and the first time ever at Oakmont that an albatross was made.
J.J. Spaun’s 20-Meter Putt Wins the US Open
Winning a first major is unforgettable, especially when achieved like J.J. Spaun did at the US Open. After an exhausting four days and a tough start on Sunday, he needed only to make par on the back nine to claim his first major win. Yet, Spaun chose to sink a 20-meter birdie putt instead, sealing a thrilling victory.
Longest Putt on the PGA Tour Since 2008 – 32 Meters
At the Valero Texas Open, Patrick Fishburn became one of the tournament highlights despite finishing tied for fifth. On the 17th hole, he holed a spectacular putt from 32 meters—the longest on the PGA Tour since 2008—prop