Name: Zach Johnson, Ryan Palmer and Charley Hoffman reflect on 500 PGA TOUR starts
Uploaded: 2024-05-03T14:52:40.000Z
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Description: Ahead of THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson 2024, Zach Johnson, Ryan Palmer and Charley Hoffman talk about their golf careers and what it means to have over 500 PGA TOUR starts. The three reminisce about their first starts, first win and what it’s like to compete with today’s generation of players. Zach Johnson makes his 500th start near Dallas, Texas at THE CJ CUP.

Check out all the best shots of the week from 2025 The RSM Classic, featuring Harry Higgs, Sam Stevens, Ryan Palmer and Michael Thorbjornsen, among others.

Sam Stevens’ hole-in-one leads Shots of the Week

In the final round of the 2025 RSM Classic, Ryan Palmer's 311-yard drive on the 469-yard, par-4 18th hole lands in the left rough, leaving 164 yards to the hole, his 166-yard approach shot from the rough lands on the left side of the green, 6 feet 9 inches from the hole, and he makes the 6-foot 9-inch putt for birdie.

Ryan Palmer hits 166-yard approach to 7 feet, sets up birdie on No. 18 at The RSM Classic

Ahead of 2025 The RSM Classic, St. Simons Island resident Zach Johnson talks about his final push to make the FedExCup top-100 cutoff and the possibility of joining PGA TOUR Champions when he turns 50 in February — as well as whether his close friend Tiger Woods might join him.

Zach Johnson on possibility of playing PGA TOUR Champions with Tiger Woods

In the opening round of the 2025 Butterfield Bermuda Championship, Ryan Palmer makes birdie on the par-4 10th hole.

Ryan Palmer makes birdie on No. 10 at Butterfield Bermuda

In the second round of the 2025 Wyndham Championship, Ryan Palmer makes birdie on the par-3 16th hole.

Ryan Palmer sinks a 35-foot birdie putt on No. 16 at Wyndham

In the second round of the 2025 Wyndham Championship, Zach Johnson makes birdie on the par-5 15th hole.

Zach Johnson makes birdie on No. 15 at Wyndham

In the opening round of the 2025 Wyndham Championship, Zach Johnson makes birdie on the par-3 12th hole.

Zach Johnson sinks a 21-foot birdie putt on No. 12 at Wyndham

In the opening round of the 2025 Wyndham Championship, Ryan Palmer makes birdie on the par-3 3rd hole.

Ryan Palmer makes birdie on No. 3 at Wyndham

In the opening round of the 2025 Wyndham Championship, Ryan Palmer makes birdie on the par-3 16th hole.

Ryan Palmer makes birdie on No. 16 at Wyndham

In the opening round of the 2025 Wyndham Championship, Ryan Palmer makes birdie on the par-3 12th hole.

Ryan Palmer nearly aces No. 12 at Wyndham

In the final round of the 2025 John Deere Classic, Zach Johnson makes birdie on the par-3 16th hole.

Zach Johnson sinks a 20-foot birdie putt on No. 16 at John Deere

In the final round of the 2025 John Deere Classic, Zach Johnson makes birdie on the par-5 10th hole.

Zach Johnson makes birdie on No. 10 at John Deere

Ahead of the 2025 John Deere Classic, 15-year-old Carter Henning, a varsity golfer from Calamus Wheatland High School in Iowa, played alongside Zach Johnson and Dylan Frittelli in the John Deere Classic pro-am. Henning lost his leg while fixing a snowmobile in February and was fitted with a prosthetic in June.

Iowa high school amputee golfer tees it up at John Deere pro-am

In the final round of the 2025 John Deere Classic, Zach Johnson makes birdie on the par-4 9th hole.

Zach Johnson makes birdie on No. 9 at John Deere

In the third round of the 2025 John Deere Classic, Zach Johnson makes birdie on the par-5 10th hole.

In the second round of the 2025 John Deere Classic, Ryan Palmer makes birdie on the par-5 2nd hole.

Ryan Palmer makes birdie on No. 2 at John Deere

In the second round of the 2025 John Deere Classic, Zach Johnson makes birdie on the par-5 17th hole.

Zach Johnson makes birdie on No. 17 at John Deere

In the second round of the 2025 John Deere Classic, Zach Johnson makes birdie on the par-4 13th hole.

Zach Johnson sinks a 20-foot birdie putt on No. 13 at John Deere

In the second round of the 2025 John Deere Classic, Zach Johnson makes birdie on the par-5 10th hole.

In the opening round of the 2025 John Deere Classic, Zach Johnson makes a 27-foot birdie putt on the par-4 11th hole.

Zach Johnson sinks a 27-foot birdie putt on No. 11 at John Deere

Prior to the start of the 2025 John Deere Classic, Zach Johnson discusses his experiences over the years as a tournament ambassador, raising money for charity and how strong the field is this year.

Zach Johnson reflects on his 23 years at John Deere Classic

In the final round of the 2025 Rocket Classic, Zach Johnson makes birdie on the par-5 17th hole.

Zach Johnson reaches in two to set up birdie at Rocket Classic

In the second round of the 2025 Rocket Classic, Zach Johnson makes birdie on the par-5 17th hole.

Zach Johnson makes birdie on No. 17 at Rocket Classic

Zach Johnson sinks a 39-foot birdie putt on No. 10 at Rocket Classic

Deep rough can cause problems, even for the best players in the world. Check out the best “golf is hard” moments from the thick stuff over the years.

Golf is Hard | Thick rough edition

In the final round of the 2025 RBC Canadian Open, Charley Hoffman makes birdie on the par-3 11th hole.

Charley Hoffman holes birdie putt from the fringe at RBC Canadian

In the final round of the 2025 RBC Canadian Open, Charley Hoffman makes birdie on the par-5 1st hole.

Charley Hoffman makes birdie on No. 1 at RBC Canadian

In the third round of the 2025 RBC Canadian Open, Charley Hoffman makes birdie on the par-5 1st hole.

In the second round of the 2025 RBC Canadian Open, Charley Hoffman makes a 11-foot birdie putt on the par-3 14th hole.

Charley Hoffman makes birdie on No. 14 at RBC Canadian

In the second round of the 2025 RBC Canadian Open, Ryan Palmer makes a 10-foot birdie putt on the par-3 7th hole.

Ryan Palmer makes birdie on No. 7 at RBC Canadian

In the second round of the 2025 Charles Schwab Challenge, Charley Hoffman makes a 28-foot birdie putt on the par-3 16th hole.

Charley Hoffman sinks a 28-foot birdie putt on No. 16 at Charles Schwab

Ahead of THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson 2024, Zach Johnson, Ryan Palmer and Charley Hoffman talk about their golf careers and what it means to have over 500 PGA TOUR starts. The three reminisce about their first starts, first win and what it’s like to compete with today’s generation of players. Zach Johnson makes his 500th start near Dallas, Texas at THE CJ CUP.

Zach Johnson, Ryan Palmer and Charley Hoffman reflect on 500 PGA TOUR starts

Grip it and rip it in this compilation of the best drivers off the deck from the 2025 PGA TOUR season. Check out Rickie Fowler, Aldrich Potgieter, Akshay Bhatia and other TOUR stars pull off incredible shots with their drivers.

Best driver-off-the-deck shots from 2025

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

Hear from J.J. Spaun, Keegan Bradley, Cameron Young and more TOUR stars as they self-reflect and give themselves a letter grade to cap off their 2025 PGA TOUR season.
 

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

 Check out swings from Team Daly, Team Annika and more dynamic duos in the 2025 PNC Championship.

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.

Craziest shots from 2025 season

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'

Family over everything. Watch some of the best family moments over the years at the PNC Championship, featuring Team Woods, Team Daly and others.
 

All-time best family moments at the PNC Championship

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.

How I Built This | Rocco Mediate

Golf is hard, and even the best players on the PGA TOUR are relatable at times. Check out some of the best “golf is hard” moments from 2025, excluding majors and including shanks, bad lies and just plain old bad shots.

Best of ‘Golf is Hard’ from 2025

Relive Scottie Scheffler's incredible 2025 PGA TOUR season through exclusive behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with Scheffler, his caddie Ted Scott and his competitors. Scheffler won six times in 2025, including the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, the PGA Championship, The Open Championship and the BMW Championship.

Zach Johnson, Ryan Palmer and Charley Hoffman reflect on 500 PGA TOUR starts

Best driver-off-the-deck shots from 2025

Neal Shipley blind ranks Christmas movies

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

Rory McIlroy's best shots of 2025

Players self-grade their 2025 seasons on TOUR

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

One swing from every team at PNC Championship

How I Built This | Boo Weekley

Craziest shots from 2025 season

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

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

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

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

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

All-time best family moments at the PNC Championship

How I Built This | Rocco Mediate

Best of ‘Golf is Hard’ from 2025

An in-depth look at Scheffler’s 2025 season

Sam Stevens’ hole-in-one leads Shots of the Week

Ryan Palmer hits 166-yard approach to 7 feet, sets up birdie on No. 18 at The RSM Classic

Zach Johnson on possibility of playing PGA TOUR Champions with Tiger Woods

Ryan Palmer makes birdie on No. 10 at Butterfield Bermuda

Ryan Palmer sinks a 35-foot birdie putt on No. 16 at Wyndham

Zach Johnson makes birdie on No. 15 at Wyndham

Zach Johnson sinks a 21-foot birdie putt on No. 12 at Wyndham

Ryan Palmer makes birdie on No. 3 at Wyndham

Ryan Palmer makes birdie on No. 16 at Wyndham

Ryan Palmer nearly aces No. 12 at Wyndham

Zach Johnson sinks a 20-foot birdie putt on No. 16 at John Deere

Zach Johnson makes birdie on No. 10 at John Deere

Iowa high school amputee golfer tees it up at John Deere pro-am

Zach Johnson makes birdie on No. 9 at John Deere

Zach Johnson makes birdie on No. 10 at John Deere

Ryan Palmer makes birdie on No. 2 at John Deere

Zach Johnson makes birdie on No. 17 at John Deere

Zach Johnson sinks a 20-foot birdie putt on No. 13 at John Deere

Zach Johnson makes birdie on No. 10 at John Deere

Zach Johnson sinks a 27-foot birdie putt on No. 11 at John Deere

Zach Johnson reflects on his 23 years at John Deere Classic

Zach Johnson reaches in two to set up birdie at Rocket Classic

Zach Johnson makes birdie on No. 17 at Rocket Classic

Zach Johnson makes birdie on No. 17 at Rocket Classic

Zach Johnson sinks a 39-foot birdie putt on No. 10 at Rocket Classic

Golf is Hard | Thick rough edition

Charley Hoffman holes birdie putt from the fringe at RBC Canadian

Charley Hoffman makes birdie on No. 1 at RBC Canadian

Charley Hoffman makes birdie on No. 1 at RBC Canadian

Charley Hoffman makes birdie on No. 14 at RBC Canadian

Ryan Palmer makes birdie on No. 7 at RBC Canadian

Charley Hoffman sinks a 28-foot birdie putt on No. 16 at Charles Schwab