Justin Thomas is an American two-time PGA Championship winner from Louisville, Kentucky, ranked approximately world number 12, with victories in 2017 and 2022. With 15 PGA Tour wins and a former world number 1 ranking, Thomas has been one of the most accomplished and fiercely competitive players of his generation.
Thomas generates surprising power from a compact frame through an aggressive, fast-tempo swing that is all kinetic energy. His iron play, particularly with long irons and mid-irons, is elite, producing towering approach shots that stop quickly on firm greens. His short game is strong across the board, and his putting can be dominant for extended stretches when the stroke is on. What truly separates Thomas is his competitive fire. Visible fist pumps, vocal self-motivation, and a willingness to take on audacious shots in pressure situations mark him as one of the most emotionally invested players on the course. He plays like every shot personally offends him if it does not go exactly where he intended.
The 2017 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow saw Thomas shoot a course-record 63 in the second round en route to his first major title. His 2022 PGA Championship at Southern Hills was the stuff of major championship legend: he entered the final round seven shots behind Mito Pereira, surged up the leaderboard, and when Pereira collapsed on the 72nd hole with a double bogey, Thomas forced a playoff against Will Zalatoris and won on the third extra hole. That kind of comeback, seven shots on Sunday, is exceptionally rare in major championship history and speaks to the relentless pressure Thomas applies to a leaderboard simply by not going away.
In 2026, Aronimink for the PGA Championship is the major that fits Thomas best, given his two PGA titles and his ability to thrive on courses that demand iron precision. Augusta National suits his aggressive approach to par 5s. His experience at Shinnecock Hills and links venues gives him a foundation at every stop. He will compete at all four: The Masters, PGA Championship, U.S. Open, and The Open Championship. Follow in United States time.