Four-time major champion Brooks Koepka appears to be close to returning to the top of his game as the PGA approaches. The American golfer recently showcased one of his exceptional talents during a practice round at Southern Hills Country Club, leaving many impressed with his abilities.
– Brooks Koepka’s resurgent form ahead of U.S. Open
After losing some of his game due to unfortunate injuries, Brooks Koepka is back on top of his game. Last weekend, Koepka tied for third at the Memorial Tournament; it was his second consecutive third-place finish. Koepka missed the cut at the Masters this year, so his current form is a welcome sight for golf fans. He now sits at No. 18 in the Official World Golf Ranking, with PGA Champion Justin Thomas overtaking Scottie Scheffler as world No. 1.
Koepka is a four-time major champion, and he has always been a contender at the U.S. Open. He finished in a tie for fourth at the U.S. Open in 2019 and finished 14th in 2020. He tied for 36th in 2021 and missed the cut in 2022. Koepka is a player who always rises to the occasion, so he will be one to watch this week at Brookline.
Koepka’s resurgence is a reminder that he is still one of the best players in the world. He is a player who always seems to be in contention. If he can continue to play well, he will be a major threat to win the U.S. Open this week.
| Player | World Ranking |
|---|---|
| Scottie Scheffler | 2 |
| Rory McIlroy | 3 |
| Justin Thomas | 1 |
– Tiger Woods’ fitness concerns linger before Brookline
Over the years, people have seen Tiger Woods overcome countless injuries, so all it takes is one positive sign for the masses to rally behind a potential comeback.
Woods has made an incredible recovery since suffering severe leg injuries in a car accident in February 2021. Woods has not played competitively since missing the cut at the PGA Championship last month, and even if he is voted into the U.S. Open field that week through a special exemption, he will still be a mystery.
Historically, the U.S. Open has been a tournament that Woods has struggled with. In fact, he had never even placed in the top 10 in nine attempts at Brookline before this week until he won the event in 2008. With the injury concerns, people will have to wait and see how his body holds up on the challenging course.
If Woods is able to play in the U.S. Open, it will be a major boost for the tournament.
| Tiger Woods at the U.S. Open | |
| Wins: 4 | |
| Top-5 finishes: 12 | |
| Top-10 finishes: 20 | |
| Missed Cuts: 6 |
Tiger Woods has been through it all in his illustrious career. He’s won 15 major championships, including the U.S. Open three times. He’s also dealt with injuries and setbacks. But through it all, he’s learned a lot about the game of golf and how to win.
That experience could be invaluable at this year’s U.S. Open. The tournament will be played at Brookline Country Club in Massachusetts, a course that Woods knows well. He’s played the course several times, including in the 1999 Ryder Cup.
Woods’ experience at Brookline could give him an edge over the other players in the field. He knows the course’s layout and how to play it. He also knows how to handle the pressure of playing in a major championship.
Woods is not the only player with experience at Brookline. Phil Mickelson, who has won the U.S. Open six times, has also played the course several times. But Woods has something that Mickelson doesn’t: recent form.
Woods has been playing well in recent months. He finished tied for second at the Masters and tied for eighth at the PGA Championship. He’s also won twice on the PGA Tour this season. Woods may not be the favorite to win the U.S. Open, but he’s certainly a contender. His experience, his form, and his knowledge of the course could all help him to win his fourth U.S. Open title.
| Year | Finish |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 6th |
| 2008 | T-13 |
Koepka’s resurgence can be attributed to several factors, but two that stand out are his improved putting and his more aggressive approach.
- Putting: Koepka has always been a good putter, but he has taken his game to another level on the greens this year. He is currently ranked first on the PGA Tour in Strokes Gained: Putting, and he has made several key putts down the stretch to win tournaments.
- Aggressive approach: Koepka has always been willing to take risks on the golf course, but he has been even more aggressive this year. He is hitting more drivers, and he is not afraid to go for pins that most players would lay up to.
This more aggressive approach has paid off, as Koepka has been one of the longest hitters on tour this year. He is currently ranked third in driving distance, and he has hit several drives over 350 yards.
Koepka’s improved putting and aggressive approach have been a winning combination this year. He has already won two tournaments, and he is currently ranked second in the world. If he can continue to play at this level, he will be a force to be reckoned with at the U.S. Open.
|Stat|PGA Tour Rank|
|—|—|
|Strokes Gained: Putting|+1.07|
|Driving Distance|3rd|
|Wins|2|
|World Ranking|2nd|
Brooks Koepka is one of the most talented golfers on the PGA Tour. He is a four-time major champion and has been ranked as high as No. 1 in the world. Koepka is known for his long drives and his ability to hit the ball high and straight. He is also a very good putter.
Koepka is currently ranked No. 2 in the world and is one of the favorites to win the PGA Championship. He has been playing well lately, with two top-10 finishes in his last three starts. Koepka is also a good match-play golfer, and he will be a tough opponent in the PGA Championship.
