Justin Rose Becomes Oldest European PGA Tour Winner at FedEx St. Jude Championship

Justin Rose secured a significant victory at the FedEx St. Jude Championship, marking his 12th PGA Tour win and becoming the oldest European to win on the PGA Tour at age 45. His playoff win against J.J. Spaun was widely praised, including by golf legend Gary Player, who compared Rose's character and sportsmanship to that of Jack Nicklaus. Rose's recent form has been strong, with runner-up finishes at the 2024 Open Championship and The Masters, underscoring his continued competitiveness. He credited his methodical approach and mental resilience for his success, emphasizing that despite occasional nerves, his performance improves under pressure. Rory McIlroy, who narrowly beat Rose in a Masters playoff, has expressed respect and admiration for Rose's game and mindset. With his body feeling good and training well, Rose is optimistic about continuing to compete at a high level in upcoming tournaments.