The 2025 season is ending. We look back at the greatest highlight shots of the year and remember the unique events of 2025 – The Year in Review.
As the 2025 season comes to a close, it’s time to look back. With the European Team’s Ryder Cup victory, Rory McIlroy’s Grand Slam, and many other highlights, there is much to remember from this year. Rarely do we think about the individual shots that led to these successes, yet these shots are often as spectacular as the achievements themselves. This year, once again, there were legendary shots that players and fans will remember for a long time.
Rory McIlroy’s Shot on the 15th Hole at the Masters
Arguably the most legendary shot of the year came at the 15th hole at the Masters. Rory McIlroy was tied with Justin Rose and Ludvig Aberg after 14 holes. His tee shot veered slightly left, leaving a tree between him and the green for his second shot on this par 5. While most players would have played safe to secure par, McIlroy took a high-risk shot, hitting a massive draw towards the green, landing just inches from the pin. This shot showcased not only the Northern Irishman’s skill but also his incredible determination to finally win the Masters and complete the Career Grand Slam in 2025.
Poised to make eagle. Rory McIlroy goes for glory on No. 15. #themasters pic.twitter.com/hAM0zxnkM7
— The Masters (@TheMasters) April 13, 2025
Patrick Reed Makes Golf History with Albatross at the US Open
Oakmont is regarded as one of the toughest golf courses worldwide, and the US Open is a tournament where shooting under par can contend for the title. Patrick Reed’s shot on the 4th hole at this year’s US Open was all the more incredible. On the 568-meter par 5, he used his fairway wood for his second shot and holed the ball from 261 meters away for an albatross. It was only the fourth albatross in US Open history and the first ever at Oakmont.
ALBATROSS ALERT. 🚨
The rarest of birds for Patrick Reed on hole No. 4 at Oak