Name: Chase Johnson reflects on his journey and the Charlie Sifford Exemption
Uploaded: 2024-02-20T22:02:08.000Z
Duration: 204 s
Description: Before The Genesis Invitational, Jacques Slade spent time with Chase Johnson to chat about his path so far on the APGA Tour and the PGA TOUR, what receiving the Charlie Sifford Memorial Exemption means to him, what it means to follow in the footsteps of Sifford, John Shippen and Tiger Woods, and what the future holds for the rising star.

Before The Genesis Invitational, Jacques Slade spent time with Chase Johnson to chat about his path so far on the APGA Tour and the PGA TOUR, what receiving the Charlie Sifford Memorial Exemption means to him, what it means to follow in the footsteps of Sifford, John Shippen and Tiger Woods, and what the future holds for the rising star.

Chase Johnson reflects on his journey and the Charlie Sifford Exemption

In the third round of The Genesis Invitational 2024, Chase Johnson makes birdie on the par-4 18th hole.

Chase Johnson makes closing birdie at Genesis

In the second round of The Genesis Invitational 2024, Chase Johnson makes par at the par 3 4th hole. 

Chase Johnson makes par on No. 4 at Genesis

In the opening round of The Genesis Invitational 2024, Chase Johnson makes birdie on the par-3 14th hole.

Chase Johnson chips in for birdie from 41 feet at Genesis

Prior to The Genesis Invitational 2024, Chase Johnson talks about how Tiger Woods influenced his upbringing and early golf career as well as his experience meeting Tiger for the first time.

Chase Johnson on how Tiger Woods has shaped his golf career

In the final round of the 2024 APGA Farmers Insurance Invitational, Chase Johnson makes a birdie putt at the par-5 13th hole.

Chase Johnson cards birdie at APGA Farmers

In the final round of the 2023 Rocket Mortgage Classic, Chase Johnson makes birdie on the par-3 15th hole.

Chase Johnson's nice tee shot sets up birdie at Rocket Mortgage

In the final round of the 2023 Rocket Mortgage Classic, Chase Johnson makes birdie on the par-3 11th hole.

Chase Johnson walks in a birdie at Rocket Mortgage

In the third round of the 2023 Rocket Mortgage Classic, Chase Johnson makes a 23-foot birdie putt on the par-3 15th hole.

Chase Johnson sinks 23-footer for birdie at Rocket Mortgage

In the second round of the 2023 Rocket Mortgage Classic, Chase Johnson, the winner of THE JOHN SHIPPEN 2023, makes the cut on the number at 4-under, and celebrates with his friends and family.

THE JOHN SHIPPEN winner Chase Johnson makes cut at Rocket Mortgage

Take a look inside Chase Johnson’s golf bag at the 2023 Rocket Mortgage Classic. The former Korn Ferry Tour member qualified for the tournament at Detroit Golf Club following with a victory in THE JOHN SHIPPEN National Invitational presented by Rocket Mortgage.

What's in Chase Johnson’s golf bag?

After winning THE JOHN SHIPPEN National Invitational presented by Rocket Mortgage, Chase Johnson reflects on what he needed to do to win, while thanking his family and friends who supported him. Then, Johnson gets a surprise video from Rickie Fowler, who congratulates him on the win.


Chase Johnson wins THE JOHN SHIPPEN, gets surprise from Rickie Fowler

Prior to the 2023 Rocket Mortgage Classic, Chase Johnson talks about the PGA TOUR players he's most excited to interact with at Detroit Golf Club after qualifying for the tournament by winning THE JOHN SHIPPEN National Invitational presented by Rocket Mortgage.

THE JOHN SHIPPEN winner Chase Johnson on which TOUR players he's excited to meet

In the second round of the Memorial Tournament presented by Nationwide 2021, Chase Johnson chips in from the greenside rough to make birdie at the par-3 8th hole.

Chase Johnson chips in for birdie at the Memorial

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.