Collin Morikawa, currently ranked World No. 4, has experienced a challenging period without a major championship victory since 2021, despite his previous impressive record. Ahead of the 2025 US Open at Oakmont, Morikawa addressed his ongoing efforts to end his Collin Morikawa winless drought at major championships, emphasizing his confidence in his game and mindset.
Reflecting on Morikawa’s Major Championship Achievements and Challenges
Morikawa has secured two major titles in his career, winning the 2020 PGA Championship and The Open Championship in 2021. His victory at the PGA Championship came during only his second major start, and his triumph at The Open made him the first player since Bobby Jones in 1926 to capture two majors within eight or fewer attempts. However, since his Open win at Kent, he has struggled to capture another major crown.
In 2024, Morikawa came closest to breaking his major title drought with a tied-third finish at the Masters, his best-ever performance at Augusta. His highest placing at the US Open remains a tie for fourth, achieved in 2021. Morikawa openly described his current form as
“times where you’re not winning as much.”
Despite this, he reiterated his trust in his game and approach.
“Yeah, I wouldn’t say drifts away, I mean, it’s just there’s times where you’re not winning as much. Early on I was able to capitalize on a lot of final rounds and play well and end up on top. But like I said when I started this, it’s like I’ve got to trust myself that I can go out and win…” —Collin Morikawa, Golfer
“Not that I don’t, but when I’m teeing it up even when things don’t feel perfect or they do feel perfect, just got to trust that I can get it done.” —Collin Morikawa, Golfer
Reviewing Morikawa’s Performance in the 2025 PGA Tour Season
The 2025 season has seen Morikawa maintain steady form despite a major winless streak. His last PGA Tour victory was at the 2023 Zozo Championship, ending a two-year gap following his 2021 Open Championship success. Currently competing at the Memorial Tournament hosted by Jack Nicklaus at Muirfield Village, Morikawa is aiming to capture another title and regain his winning momentum.
This year, Morikawa’s consistency has been notable, with multiple top-20 finishes across significant tournaments. He started the season strongly with a runner-up finish at The Sentry before placing tied 17th at both the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and The Genesis Invitational. He again finished second at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, followed by a tied 10th place at THE PLAYERS Championship and a tied 14th finish at the Masters.
Aside from missing the cut at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans, Morikawa has steadily accumulated earnings and points, confirming his competitive presence on the PGA Tour.
Detailed 2025 PGA Tour Results and Earnings for Collin Morikawa
- The Sentry – 2nd place – $2,160,000
- AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am – Tied 17th – $272,000
- The Genesis Invitational – Tied 17th – $270,714
- Arnold Palmer Invitational – 2nd place – $2,200,000
- THE PLAYERS Championship – Tied 10th – $656,250
- Masters Tournament – Tied 14th – $336,000
- RBC Heritage – Tied 54th – $44,500
- Zurich Classic of New Orleans – Missed Cut
- Truist Championship – Tied 17th – $270,500
- PGA Championship – Tied 50th – $40,674
Morikawa’s Outlook as He Approaches the 2025 US Open at Oakmont
Following a tied 50th finish at the recent PGA Championship, Morikawa entered the Memorial Tournament with noticeable determination. On the first day at Muirfield Village, the Ryder Cup competitor positioned himself in solo second place, signaling his ongoing pursuit of major and regular tour victories.
Even amid a winless spell in majors, Morikawa’s approach remains grounded in trust and patience. His reflections highlight a clear mindset geared toward overcoming setbacks and pursuing success in the years ahead. With his history of early major triumphs and recent competitive performances, he remains a formidable contender for the upcoming US Open and beyond.