Justin Thomas ended a nearly three-year winless streak by clinching the 2025 RBC Heritage in a thrilling playoff at Harbour Town Golf Links in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. The two-time major champion secured victory with a 21-foot birdie putt on the first hole of a sudden-death playoff against Andrew Novak, who was seeking his first PGA Tour title.
A Long-Awaited Triumph
Thomas entered the final round trailing Si Woo Kim but fired a bogey-free 68 to finish regulation at 17-under-par 267, tying Novak, who also shot 68. The playoff began on the 18th hole, where Thomas made the decisive birdie putt, while Novak missed an 8-foot birdie attempt in regulation that would have won him the tournament.
Final Leaderboard
| Position | Player | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Justin Thomas | -17 | Won in playoff |
| 2 | Andrew Novak | -17 | Seeking first PGA Tour win |
| T3 | Daniel Berger | -14 | Final round 65 |
| T3 | Brian Harman | -14 | Final round 69 |
| T3 | Maverick McNealy | -14 | Final round 70 |
| T3 | Mackenzie Hughes | -14 | Final round 67 |
| 7 | Tommy Fleetwood | -13 | Final round 70 |
| T8 | Scottie Scheffler | -12 | Defending champion |
| T8 | Russell Henley | -12 | Final round 70 |
| T8 | Si Woo Kim | -12 | Final round 74 |
The Road Ahead
With this victory, Thomas not only ended his winless drought but also earned a $3.6 million share of the $20 million purse. The win serves as a significant boost to his confidence as he prepares for upcoming tournaments, including the PGA Championship. Meanwhile, Novak’s strong performance signals his potential to secure a PGA Tour victory in the near future.
