Justin Rose Clinches Historic Win at Farmers Insurance Open
Justin Rose achieved a historic victory at the Farmers Insurance Open with a remarkable performance at Torrey Pines. The English golfer finished with a record score of 23 under par, dominating the tournament from start to finish.
Historic Win at Farmers Insurance Open
Rose entered the final round with a commanding six-shot lead and maintained control throughout. He posted a final round score of two-under-par 70, which solidified his position at the top and marked his 13th title on the PGA Tour.
Record-Setting Performance
- Winning Score: 23 under par
- Previous Record: 22 under par by Tiger Woods (1999) and George Burns (1987)
- Age: 45 years old
- Last Win: August’s FedEx St Jude Championship
During the tournament, Rose recorded birdies at the sixth, eighth, and ninth holes, with a lone bogey at the 12th. This performance also made him the oldest player to achieve a wire-to-wire finish since Rocco Mediate in October 2010.
Competitive Field
Pierceson Coody highlighted the final round with a seven-under-par 65, earning him a share of second place. He was joined by South Korea’s Si Woo Kim and Japan’s Ryo Hisatsune, both of whom shot 69s. American Jake Knapp and Germany’s Stephan Jaeger finished a shot back.
Notable Mentions
- Brooks Koepka, returning to the PGA Tour, finished tied for 56th with a final round score of 70.
Reflecting on his win, Rose expressed, “This has been a huge win and to start the season with a victory is amazing.” He emphasized the importance of setting mini goals to maintain focus throughout the competition. Rose’s commitment to improvement signals a promising future as he continues his golfing journey.
