Ben Griffin Wins Charles Schwab Challenge for First PGA Victory
May 25, 2025 – Ben Griffin is officially a PGA Tour champion. The 27-year-old golfer clinched his first career title on Sunday at the Charles Schwab Challenge in Fort Worth, Texas, finishing at 14-under-par after a composed final round of 67 at the famed Colonial Country Club.
Final Round Recap
Griffin began the day one shot off the lead but surged ahead with three birdies on the front nine. His bogey-free round was a showcase in ball control and mental resilience. He fended off late pushes from Tony Finau and Jordan Spieth, who finished tied for second at 12-under.
This marks a major breakthrough for Griffin, who had previously recorded multiple top-10 finishes but had never broken through with a win on the tour.
Final Leaderboard – Top 5 Finishers
Position | Player | Score |
---|---|---|
1 | Ben Griffin | -14 |
T-2 | Tony Finau | -12 |
T-2 | Jordan Spieth | -12 |
4 | Sungjae Im | -11 |
5 | Rickie Fowler | -10 |
What’s Next on the Tour?
Griffin’s win qualifies him for the upcoming U.S. Open and solidifies his place among the rising stars of the sport. The PGA Tour now turns its attention to the Memorial Tournament followed by the U.S. Open at Pinehurst in mid-June.
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