Justin Rose delivers one of the most spectacular comebacks in PGA Tour history, winning the 2025 FedEx St. Jude Championship in a thrilling 3-hole playoff against U.S. Open champion J.J. Spaun at TPC Southwind in Memphis.
At 45 years old, Rose becomes the oldest PGA Tour winner since Phil Mickelson’s 2021 PGA Championship victory, proving age is just a number with an absolutely clutch performance down the stretch.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS:
🔥 Rose made 6 birdies in his final 8 holes, including 4 consecutive birdies (holes 14-17)
🎯 Incredible putting display with birdie putts from 15, 9, 6, and 23 feet
⚡ Came from 3 shots behind Tommy Fleetwood with 5 holes to play
🏆 Won on the 3rd playoff hole with a clutch 10-foot birdie putt
📈 Moves into top 5 of FedEx Cup standings, secures Tour Championship spot
Watch as Rose delivers under pressure when it matters most, showcasing the shot-making and mental toughness that has defined his Hall of Fame career. This victory marks his 12th PGA Tour win and 24th worldwide, proving he can still compete with and beat the world’s best players.
Tommy Fleetwood held the 54-hole lead but suffered another heartbreaking collapse, while Scottie Scheffler finished T3 without his regular caddie Ted Scott.
Don’t miss this incredible finish that had everything – drama, clutch shots, and a veteran showing the young stars how it’s done!
In an astonishing turn of events, Justin Rose clinched victory at the 2025 FedEx St. Jude Championship, emerging victorious in a tense playoff battle against JJ Spawn, while Tommy Fleetwood faced a heartbreaking collapse. This remarkable win marked Rose’s return to the top of the PGA Tour after a 2-year hiatus, allowing him to redeem himself following a playoff defeat to Rory Mroy earlier in 2025 at the Masters. I played exceptional golf down the stretch, Rose reflected, “It was truly enjoyable. The 18th hole played perfectly to my strengths today. I executed well on my putts during regulation and the playoff. It was a lot of fun, especially with JJ hitting a long putt that really kept things exciting. During Sunday’s final round, Rose was a picture of determination, scoring six birdies in his last eight holes. This included an impressive streak of four consecutive birdies from the 14th to the 17th hole, propelling him from behind to join spawn at the top of the leaderboard at TPC Southwind. He ended with a final round score of 67, bringing his tournament total to 16 underpar. Meanwhile, Spawn also put up a strong performance with a round of 65, making birdies on two of his last three holes, which set the stage for the sudden and death playoff. At one point during the back nine, Rose found himself three strokes behind Fleetwood, who was leading after 54 holes. However, Rose’s spectacular shotmaking on the 14th hole, combined with successful putts from distances of 15, 9, 6, and 23 ft, brought him right back into contention, despite narrowly missing a birdie putt from 13 ft on the final hole of regulation. In the exhilarating playoff, Rose sank a birdie from just under 12 ft on the third extra hole to secure the championship. The duo had already showcased their skills on the second playoff hole where both managed to score birdies, extending the excitement of the match well past the expected finish time. With this victory, Rose, now 45 years old, has become the oldest golfer to win on the PGA Tour since Phil Mickelson’s triumph at the 2021 PGA Championship. He also became the oldest winner in postseason history since VJ Singh and he’s the first athlete in his 40s to score a win this season on the PGA Tour. This win catapults him into the top five of the FedEx Cup standings, securing his spot in the Tour Championship for the first time since 2019. Beginning the day just one stroke behind Fleetwood, Rose’s final round kicked off with an unfortunate three putt bogey. His front nine performance was shaky as he struggled with his accuracy, even hitting the water hazard on the par4 9th for the second consecutive day. After a birdie on the 10th hole, a subsequent bogey on the 12th stunted his momentum and left him three strokes behind. However, Rose refused to be sidelined. A birdie on the challenging par 314th rekindled his hopes and he continued his strong play with birdies on the next two holes. The turning point came when he made a remarkable long-d distanceance putt on the 17th hole while Fleetwood stumbled with a par and moments later a bogey allowing Rose to catch up. After missing a chance to secure victory in regulation, Rose returned to the par4 18th T. He had previously faltered from a similar position in the first playoff hole, but his tenacity shone through. a true testament to both his performance that day and a broader career revitalization in 2025. In the playoff, after making a birdie on the second hole, Rose clenched his victory with another birdie on the third, raising his arms triumphantly and celebrating not just the victory, but proof that he can still compete at the highest level. “I’ve always believed in my capabilities,” Rose commented. Sure, I feel the nerves like anyone else, but when it truly matters, I know I can deliver. It feels great to have that confidence, especially in critical moments. Here’s a look at how some other notable players fared in the championship. Two, JJ Spawn, 16. Despite the disappointing finish, Spawn proved his medal throughout the tournament. The 34year-old, who previously had only one PGA Tour win before his US Open victory, now claims the third spot in the FedEx Cup standings, trailing only Scotty Sheffler and Rory Mroy, who was absent from this tournament. Spawn’s exceptional putting game, particularly from long distances, continued to shine and has likely secured him a place on the US RDER Cup team. He’s in prime form as he heads toward the remaining playoff events. Fleetwood’s struggles were on full display once again despite a promising start. He made an impressive comeback with three birdies in a span of four holes on the back nine, but ultimately made critical missteps that cost him the lead. This is yet another bitter lesson in close contention for a player who seems unable to find the winning formula. I’ve done a lot of good things, but I keep falling short. I feel close to breaking through, so there’s a silver lining, Fleetwood said after the round, expressing both hope and frustration. T3 Scotty Sheoffller, -15. Sheffller faced a unique challenge this round without his regular caddy, Ted Scott, who had to leave due to a family emergency. Despite this, Sheffller maintained his usual form, displaying solid driving and creating several birdie opportunities. However, his putting saw several potential birdie chances slip by, ultimately cutting his momentum. Nevertheless, he remains in a strong position heading into the BMW Championship. Currently holding the top spot in the FedEx Cup standings. T6 Ricky Fowler -10. Just two months ago, Fowler was struggling finding himself outside the top 70 cutoff for the postseason. However, with a revitalized performance at the St. Jude Championship, he is now set to qualify for the BMW Championship, showcasing his impressive skills, particularly in ball striking. T22 Xander Schoffley -6 Schoffley’s first appearance since achieving back-to-back top 10 finishes abroad was a disappointing one. His putting issues, which have plagued him throughout the season, persisted, leaving him outside the top 30 for the Tour Championship qualification. As a player who typically excels at East Lake, he faces significant pressure to perform in the upcoming BMW Championship. T38 Jordan Speedg -3. Speed’s valiant efforts fell short at the St. Jude Championship, which means his season concludes here. After starting the event ranked 48th in the FedEx Cup standings, his performance cost him a shot at the RDER Cup team. with an overall solid campaign following wrist surgery. He nevertheless leaves without any major highlights, marking his second consecutive year missing the BMW Championship.