Lanto Griffin won the 2024 PGA Tour Q-School presented by Korn Ferry, securing his PGA Tour card for the 2025 season. With the top-5 (and ties) also securing tour cards, he was joined by Will Chandler, Hayden Buckley, Takumi Kanaya, Alejandro Tosti, and Matthew Riedel for post-tournament photo ops.
Here are the key details of his victory:
- Final Round Performance: Griffin shot a remarkable 7-under 63 in the final round at TPC Sawgrass’ Dye’s Valley Course, finishing the tournament at 9-under par. His round included an opening 6-under 29 on the front nine, setting him up for the win.
- Tournament Progression: After starting the tournament, Griffin was among the leaders early on but faced challenges, particularly with the weather conditions. However, his final round performance was decisive, allowing him to pull ahead of the competition.
- Key Moments:
- His eagle on the first hole in the final round was a significant momentum booster, followed by birdies on the 3rd and 5th holes. This early charge placed him in a strong position to lead.
- Griffin maintained his focus, adding another birdie on the 11th and closing with a par on the 18th to secure the win.
- Post-Win Celebrations: After his final putt, Griffin was greeted by his family, including his baby and wife, marking a personal and professional milestone. His celebration was widely shared on social media, reflecting the emotional weight of this achievement.
- Future Implications: Griffin’s win at Q-School provides him with full status on the PGA Tour for 2025, opening up opportunities for major championships and high-profile events. It also signifies a comeback story, showcasing his resilience.
- PGA Tour Cards Secured: The top-five finishers (and ties) secure 2025 tour cards.
- Lanto Griffin – 1st (-9)
- Will Chandler – 2nd (-6),
- Hayden Buckley – 3rd (-5)
- Takumi Kanaya – T4 (-4)
- Alejandro Tosti – T4 (-4)
- Matthew Riedel – T4 (-4)
8 weeks ago, @TheLanto61 became a father.
Today, he's heading back to the PGA TOUR. pic.twitter.com/iCborMvXGL
— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) December 16, 2024
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