Golf: Canada’s golfers on the upswing for 2025
Canadian Golf Thrives in 2024, Brooke Henderson Looks Forward to a Promising Future
Golf in Canada saw a surge in popularity in 2024, with various prestigious tournaments taking place across the country. From the CPKC Women’s Open in Calgary to the RBC Canadian Open in Hamilton, and the prestigious Presidents Cup in Montreal, the nation was abuzz with top-tier golfing events.
Brooke Henderson, the leading Canadian golfer with 13 LPGA Tour victories, expressed her excitement for the growth of the sport in the country. She highlighted the impact of hosting major events like the Presidents Cup on inspiring future generations to take up golf.
Despite not adding to her impressive list of titles in 2024, Henderson secured nine top 10 finishes on the LPGA Tour and made her mark at the Grant Thornton Invitational with a fourth-place finish alongside Corey Conners. Her consistent performance placed her at 13th in the LPGA Tour rankings and 25th in the world rankings by the end of the season.
Reflecting on her memorable moments of the year, Henderson mentioned her participation in the Olympics in Paris and her strong performance at the Chevron Championship. She expressed her pride in representing Canada on the global stage and competing among the best in the sport.
The Canadian men also had a stellar season, with Nick Taylor and Taylor Pendrith securing victories on the PGA Tour. Taylor’s triumph at the WM Phoenix Open marked his fourth PGA Tour win, while Pendrith clinched his first-ever title at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson.
The highlight for Taylor was undoubtedly his experience at the Olympics, where he cherished the opportunity to represent his country alongside his fellow Canadian golfers. Pendrith, Conners, and Hughes showcased their talent at the Presidents Cup, with the International Team facing a tough loss to the U.S. in the prestigious event.
Looking ahead to the new year, Canadian golf is poised for continued success with a strong contingent of players on both the LPGA and PGA Tours. Henderson, along with other Canadian talents, is set to make an impact on the global stage and further elevate the country’s presence in the world of golf.
As the 2025 season kicks off with The Sentry event in Maui, Canadian golf fans can look forward to witnessing their favorite players in action and cheering them on as they strive for more victories and accolades on the international circuit.
This article was originally published by The Canadian Press on January 2, 2025.
