Securing a victory on the PGA Tour remains one of the toughest challenges in professional golf, where top competitors like Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Xander Schauffele, and Ludvig Aberg consistently dominate. As the 2025 season unfolds, several accomplished players remain without a PGA Tour title, highlighting the intense pressure and competition they face to claim their first win.

While it is common for emerging talents to capture their maiden PGA Tour titles early in their careers, many golfers endure years and numerous tournament appearances before finally standing victorious on Sunday evening. Among these players, Tommy Fleetwood stands out as the best player yet to win on the PGA Tour, despite over 160 starts without a title.

Tommy Fleetwood’s Persistent Pursuit of a First PGA Tour Title

Tommy Fleetwood, an Englishman well-regarded globally, exemplifies the challenges of breaking through for a first PGA Tour win. With seven DP World Tour victories and consistent top finishes in major championships, Fleetwood’s PGA Tour record remains marked by near misses. He has earned over $31 million without a win, featuring six runner-up finishes and five third-place results.

Fleetwood’s closest calls include the 2023 RBC Canadian Open where he lost in a playoff to Nick Taylor, and the 2025 Travelers Championship where a two-shot swing on the final hole cost him the lead against Keegan Bradley. Notably, Fleetwood has showcased top-five finishes in all four Majors and has represented Europe three times in the Ryder Cup, making his absence of a PGA Tour win all the more puzzling.

Alex Noren’s Success Across the Pond, but No PGA Title Yet

Swedish golfer Alex Noren brings to the field 10 DP World Tour titles, including prestigious events such as the BMW PGA Championship and the Scottish Open. A former world number eight and Ryder Cup winner, Noren has experienced multiple near-wins on the PGA Tour since 2018. He finished second three times on U.S. soil, notably losing to Jason Day at the 2018 Farmers Insurance Open and falling short at both the 2023 Bermuda Championship and 2022 Barracuda Championship.

Patrick Rodgers: From Top Amateur to Still Seeking PGA Triumph

Patrick Rodgers, who tied Tiger Woods’ collegiate win record at Stanford and turned professional as the World No. 1 amateur in 2014, remains winless on the PGA Tour after 11 years. Rodgers has accumulated four runner-up finishes, including narrow playoff losses to Charles Howell III and Akshay Bhatia. His closest margins include a final hole defeat by Bryson DeChambeau at the 2017 John Deere Classic and a rookie season second place behind Rory McIlroy at the 2015 Wells Fargo Championship.

Byeong Hun An’s International Promise and Continuing PGA Challenge

Korean golfer Byeong Hun An made history as the youngest US Amateur Champion at age 17 in 2009 and has since built a decorated career, including wins on the DP World Tour like the 2015 BMW PGA Championship and the 2024 Genesis Championship. Despite over $21 million earned on the PGA Tour and two Presidents Cup appearances, a PGA Tour victory has eluded him. An’s record includes five runner-up finishes, some heartbreaking playoff defeats at notable events such as the 2024 Sony Open and 2018 Memorial Tournament.

Denny McCarthy’s Putting Prowess Yet to Yield a Win

Known for his exceptional putting skills, American Denny McCarthy has yet to claim a PGA Tour title despite earning more than $20 million since joining in 2018. McCarthy’s two playoff losses occurred recently: at the 2023 Memorial Tournament against Viktor Hovland and at the 2024 Valero Texas Open, where he remarkably birdied eight of his final nine holes before falling to Akshay Bhatia in extra holes.

Christiaan Bezuidenhout’s South African Excellence Without a PGA Victory

South African Christiaan Bezuidenhout boasts three DP World Tour wins, including the South African Open, and has represented his country twice in the Presidents Cup. Since joining the PGA Tour in 2022, Bezuidenhout’s best results include two runner-ups at the 2024 American Express and 2022 John Deere Classic, and while he has earned over $12 million, he continues to search for a breakthrough win.

Rising Star Sam Stevens’s Early Success and Future Prospects

Sam Stevens, who joined the PGA Tour in 2023, quickly demonstrated his ability to contend with elite players, having finished second three times, including the 2023 Valero Texas Open, 2025 Farmers Insurance Open, and 2025 3M Open. The 29-year-old former Oklahoma State University player has also recorded two third-place finishes, marking him as a hopeful candidate for a maiden PGA Tour title soon.

Brothers Nicolai and Rasmus Hojgaard: Twins with High Potential

Danish twins Nicolai and Rasmus Hojgaard are among the promising talents yet to win on the PGA Tour, despite multiple near-misses and impressive careers. Nicolai, with three DP World Tour victories including the DP World Tour Championship, made his Ryder Cup debut in 2023 and has three PGA runner-up finishes. His notable runner-up result at the 2024 Farmers Insurance Open placed him just one stroke shy of Matthieu Pavon at Torrey Pines.

Rasmus, having played only one PGA season, already boasts five DP World Tour wins, including a 2024 Irish Open triumph over Rory McIlroy, and recorded a runner-up at the Zurich Classic. Though his PGA earnings are modest at $2 million, his talent signals a bright future.

Max Greyserman’s Climb with Multiple Second-Place Finishes

Max Greyserman, a relatively recent addition to the PGA Tour since 2023 and a Duke University graduate, has impressed with four runner-up finishes. He nearly won the 2025 Rocket Classic, where a playoff defeat to Aldrich Potgieter and Chris Kirk ended his bid. He also came second at the 2024 3M Open, Wyndham Championship, and Zozo Championship, establishing himself as a competitor to watch in the coming years.

Thorbjorn Olesen’s Return and PGA Tour Challenges

Returning to the PGA Tour in 2025 after re-earning his card via the DP World Tour, Danish veteran Thorbjorn Olesen is an eight-time DP World Tour champion who notably defeated Jordan Spieth during Europe‘s victorious 2018 Ryder Cup campaign. Despite his European success, Olesen’s best PGA Tour finish is a solo third at the 2018 WGC–Bridgestone Invitational, underscoring the ongoing challenge he faces in seizing a first PGA title.

Young Talent Michael Thorbjornsen’s Early Promise

At just 23 years old, Michael Thorbjornsen, a former Stanford standout, has started his PGA Tour career with promise, securing two runner-up finishes and five top-five placements since joining in 2024 via the PGA Tour University. His second-place results came at the 2024 John Deere Classic and 2025 Corales Puntacana Championship, signaling a career trajectory likely to yield future victories.

Luke Clanton’s Rapid Ascent and Near Wins Despite Youth

Only 21 years old, Luke Clanton has already made an impression with two PGA Tour runner-up finishes while still in college, including strong showings at the 2024 John Deere Classic and RSM Classic. A former Florida State University player, Clanton earned his tour card through the PGA Tour U Accelerated Program as the World No. 1 amateur and is widely expected to secure his inaugural PGA Tour victory soon.

Looking Ahead: The Road to That First PGA Tour Victory

Each of these 13 golfers exemplifies persistence and talent, yet the elusive first PGA Tour win remains just out of reach. As the 2025 season progresses, the buildup of pressure combined with their experience and skill positions these players to potentially break through in the near future. Their ongoing pursuit highlights the competitive depth of the PGA Tour, where even the most gifted athletes encounter formidable obstacles before tasting victory.