Name: Kevin Velo makes first PGA TOUR start at Sony Open with parents' support
Uploaded: 2025-01-10T02:57:42.000Z
Duration: 42 s
Description: In the opening round of the 2025 Sony Open in Hawaii, sixth-year pro Kevin Velo gets his PGA TOUR career underway at Waialae CC as his parents Jose and Maureen lend their support and share a heartfelt message.

Watch PGA TOUR rookies Isaiah Salinda and Kevin Velo take on the demanding 235-yard, par-3 16th hole and discuss why it's so challenging.

Isaiah Salinda and Kevin Velo take on treacherous No. 16 at Butterfield Bermuda 

In the opening round of the 2025 World Wide Technology Championship, Kevin Velo makes birdie on the par-3 16th hole.

Kevin Velo makes birdie on No. 16 at World Wide Technology

In the final round of the 2025 Bank of Utah, Kevin Velo's tee shot on the 312-yard, par-4 14th hole traveled 293 yards, landing on the right side of the green and leaving an 11-foot 11-inch putt for eagle. His 12-foot 2-inch putt stopped just 1 inch short of the hole, and he made a one-inch putt for birdie.

Kevin Velo hits 293-yard tee shot to 12 feet, makes eagle putt on No. 14 at Bank of Utah

PGA TOUR Studios brings you the inaugural Rocket Rookies Classic, challenging rookies with a two-man, worst-ball scramble format across three holes at Detroit Golf Club. Isaiah Salinda and Kevin Velo take on the challenge to see if they can beat the score posted by Karl Vilips and Frankie Capan III (1-over). What will they shoot?

Worst-ball scramble with PGA TOUR rookies | Episode 2 | Rocket Rookies Classic

In the second round of the 2025 Wyndham Championship, Kevin Velo makes a 1-foot birdie putt on the par-5 15th hole.

Kevin Velo makes birdie on No. 15 at Wyndham

In the second round of the 2025 3M Open, Kevin Velo makes birdie on the par-3 8th hole.

Kevin Velo makes birdie on No. 8 at 3M Open

In the opening round of the 2025 3M Open, Kevin Velo makes birdie on the par-3 8th hole.

Kevin Velo nearly aces No. 8 at 3M Open

In the opening round of the 2025 3M Open, Kevin Velo makes birdie on the par-3 4th hole.

Kevin Velo makes birdie on No. 4 at 3M Open

In the opening round of the 2025 3M Open, Kevin Velo makes a 29-foot birdie putt on the par-3 17th hole.

Kevin Velo sinks a 29-foot birdie putt on No. 17 at 3M Open

In the second round of the 2025 John Deere Classic, Kevin Velo makes birdie on the par-4 14th hole.

Kevin Velo makes birdie on No. 14 at John Deere

In the opening round of the 2025 John Deere Classic, Kevin Velo makes a 10-foot birdie putt on the par-3 16th hole.

Kevin Velo makes birdie on No. 16 at John Deere

In the third round of the 2025 Rocket Classic, Kevin Velo makes birdie on the par-5 17th hole.

Kevin Velo makes birdie on No. 17 at Rocket Classic

In the third round of the 2025 Rocket Classic, Kevin Velo makes a 8-foot birdie putt on the par-3 5th hole.

Kevin Velo makes birdie on No. 5 at Rocket Classic

In the second round of the 2025 Rocket Classic, Kevin Velo makes birdie on the par-3 15th hole.

Kevin Velo makes birdie on No. 15 at Rocket Classic

Kevin Velo makes birdie on No. 9 at Rocket Classic

In the second round of the 2025 RBC Canadian Open, Kevin Velo makes birdie on the par-3 7th hole.

Kevin Velo makes birdie on No. 7 at RBC Canadian

In the second round of the 2025 RBC Canadian Open, Kevin Velo makes birdie on the par-3 14th hole.

Kevin Velo nearly aces No. 14 at RBC Canadian

In the second round of THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson 2025, Kevin Velo makes a 3-foot birdie putt on the par-4 14th hole.

Kevin Velo makes birdie on No. 14 at THE CJ CUP

In the opening round of THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson 2025, Kevin Velo makes a 10-foot birdie putt on the par-4 13th hole.

Kevin Velo makes birdie on No. 13 at THE CJ CUP

In the third round of the 2025 Zurich Classic of New Orleans, Kevin Velo makes birdie on the par-4 8th hole.

Kevin Velo holes out for birdie from 30-feet on No. 8 at Zurich Classic

Check out the best shots of the day from Round 2 of the 2025 Zurich Classic of New Orleans, featuring Isaiah Salinda, Kevin Velo, Andrew Novak, Ben Griffin, Shane Lowry, and Rory McIlroy, among others.  


Highlights | Round 2 | Zurich Classic

In the second round of the 2025 Zurich Classic of New Orleans, Team Kevin Velo/Isaiah Salinda makes birdie on the par-5 2nd hole.

Team Kevin Velo/Isaiah Salinda makes birdie on No. 2 at Zurich Classic

Following opening-round Four-ball play at the 2025 Zurich Classic of New Orleans, Isaiah Salinda and Kevin Velo talk about setting a new course record with a 14-under 58.

Salinda and Velo’s interview after Round 1 of the Zurich Classic

Check out the best shots of the day from Round 1 of the 2025 Zurich Classic of New Orleans, featuring Isaiah Salinda, Kevin Velo, Nicolai Højgaard, and Rasmus Højgaard.

Highlights | Round 1 | Zurich Classic

In opening-round Four-ball play at the 2025 Zurich Classic of New Orleans, Isaiah Salinda and Kevin Velo combined to card a 14-under 58, setting a new course record. 

Salinda and Velo’s Round 1 highlights from the Zurich Classic

In the opening round of the 2025 Zurich Classic of New Orleans, Kevin Velo makes birdie on the par-3 3rd hole.

Kevin Velo makes birdie on No. 3 at Zurich Classic

In the second round of the 2025 Valero Texas Open, Kevin Velo makes birdie on the par-3 7th hole.

Kevin Velo sinks a 20-foot birdie putt at Valero

In the opening round of the 2025 Valero Texas Open, Kevin Velo makes birdie on the par-3 16th hole.

Kevin Velo trickles in 16-foot birdie putt at Valero

In the final round of the 2025 Valspar Championship, Kevin Velo makes a 6-foot birdie putt on the par-5 1st hole.

Kevin Velo opens his Sunday with birdie at Valspar

During the third-round NBC broadcast of the 2025 Valspar Championship, Kevin Velo talks about his support system and professional career to date. 

Kevin Velo mic’d up during Round 3 of Valspar

In the third round of the 2025 Valspar Championship, Kevin Velo makes birdie on the par-5 11th hole.

Kevin Velo's quality pitch sets up birdie at Valspar

In the third round of the 2025 Valspar Championship, Kevin Velo makes a 52-foot birdie putt on the par-4 3rd hole.

Kevin Velo sinks a 52-foot birdie putt at Valspar

In the opening round of the 2025 Sony Open in Hawaii, sixth-year pro Kevin Velo gets his PGA TOUR career underway at Waialae CC as his parents Jose and Maureen lend their support and share a heartfelt message. 

Kevin Velo makes first PGA TOUR start at Sony Open with parents' support

Look back on an entertaining year featuring the best of the "Creator Classic." See iconic shots and moments from golf's best creators as they went head-to-head at PGA TOUR courses throughout the season.

Best of 'Creator Classics' in 2025

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Neal Shipley blind ranks classic Christmas movies and picks which holiday classic is his favorite.

Neal Shipley blind ranks Christmas movies

Colombia's Marcelo Rozo, 36, earned his first PGA TOUR card at Final Stage of 2025 PGA TOUR Q-School presented by Korn Ferry. Upon securing his card, he pointed to the sky in memory of his late brother Mateo, a competitive golfer who passed away at age 19.

Marcelo Rozo earns first PGA TOUR card at Final Stage of Q-School in honor of late brother

Look back on the best shots from Rory McIlroy's phenomenal 2025 season, including his unforgettable playoff victory over J.J. Spaun to capture his second win at THE PLAYERS Championship.

Rory McIlroy's best shots of 2025

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Players self-grade their 2025 seasons on TOUR 

Follow Matt Kuchar and his son Cameron after their victory at the 2025 PNC Championship.

Matt and Cameron Kuchar mic'd up after winning PNC Championship

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One swing from every team at PNC Championship

Three-time PGA TOUR winner Boo Weekley goes in-depth on his golf swing, sharing which techniques he uses for different clubs. 

How I Built This | Boo Weekley

Relive some of the most unbelievable shots from the 2025 PGA TOUR season, including gnarly bunker shots, epic hole-outs and lucky breaks.

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In the "Optum Golf Channel Games," Scottie Scheffler edges Rory McIlroy in the captain's challenge to earn a victory for his team.

Scottie Scheffler's team wins by 1 inch at 'Golf Channel Games'

In the "Optum Golf Channel Games," Captain Rory McIlroy hits a shot out of the bunker, and teammate Shane Lowry converts it for an up-and-down in the team relay.

Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry pull off speedy up-and-down at 'Golf Channel Games'

In the "Optum Golf Channel Games," Luke Clanton, playing on Captain Scottie Scheffler's team, hits the green from 170 yards with both a 3-wood and gap wedge.

Luke Clanton pulls off crazy shots in 14-club challenge at 'Golf Channel Games'

In the "Optum Golf Channel Games," teammates Scottie Scheffler, Luke Clanton, Keegan Bradley and Sam Burns contribute to a 30-second par in the timed shootout.

Scottie Scheffler's team produces speedy par in timed shootout at 'Golf Channel Games'

In the "Optum Golf Channel Games," teammates Luke Donald, Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry each contribute to a 28-second birdie in the timed shootout.
 

Rory McIlroy's team converts birdie in 28 seconds at 'Golf Channel Games'

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Five-time PGA TOUR Champions winner Rocco Mediate goes in-depth on his unique golf swing, sharing insight on staying true to what works for him, however unconventional.