Justin Rose Delivers Wire-to-Wire Masterclass at Torrey Pines
Justin Rose didn’t just win the Farmers Insurance Open - he owned it from the opening tee shot to the final putt. With a performance that felt equal parts vintage and inspired, the Englishman etched his name into the history books at Torrey Pines, capturing his 13th PGA Tour title in dominant, record-breaking fashion.
Rose became the first player since 1955 to go wire-to-wire at this event, meaning he led after every round - a rare feat in today’s ultra-competitive PGA Tour landscape. He capped off his week at 23-under-par, the lowest winning score in the 74-year history of the tournament.
That mark nudged past the previous record of 22-under, held by none other than Tiger Woods (1999) and George Burns (1987). Anytime you’re rewriting a record that includes Tiger’s name, you know you’ve done something special.
A Statement Start, a Steady Finish
The foundation for Rose’s win was laid early - and emphatically. He opened the tournament with a sizzling 62 on Thursday, setting the tone and the pace.
From there, it was all about control. By the time Sunday rolled around, he had built a six-shot cushion.
While others tried to mount a charge, Rose never flinched, carding a composed 70 in the final round to close out a seven-stroke victory.
That margin was just one shy of the tournament record - an eight-shot win by Woods in 2008 - but it was more than enough to underscore just how locked in Rose was all week long.
At 45, Rose showed the kind of poise and precision that defined his prime. This was no flash-in-the-pan performance.
It was a reminder of what makes him one of the most respected ball-strikers of his generation. And it was also a return to familiar territory - he last won this event in 2019, and this latest triumph felt like a full-circle moment.
Locked In From the First Birdie
After the win, Rose spoke about feeling in control throughout the final round, especially after an early birdie settled any nerves. From that point on, he stayed laser-focused on the task at hand - not just winning, but winning with authority. The chance to set a new tournament record clearly fueled him, and he delivered with the kind of clinical execution that’s become his trademark.
The Chase Pack Couldn’t Keep Up
Behind Rose, the leaderboard saw a three-way tie for second at 16-under. Japan’s Ryo Hisatsune, South Korea’s Si Woo Kim, and American Pierceson Coody all played solid golf, but none could mount the kind of run needed to put real pressure on the leader.
Joel Dahmen, who started Sunday in solo second, couldn’t keep pace and ended up tied for seventh after a tough final round. Ireland’s Seamus Power closed with a one-under 71, highlighted by a birdie on the 17th, to finish the week at 11-under.
A Fast Start to the Season
With the win, Rose vaulted to third in the early FedExCup standings, signaling a strong start to his 2026 campaign. For a player who’s already accomplished so much - including a U.S. Open title and Olympic gold - this victory was another reminder that he’s still got plenty left in the tank.
More than just a win, this was a statement: Justin Rose isn’t just showing up - he’s still capable of dominating. And if this week at Torrey Pines is any indication, we might be seeing a lot more of him near the top of leaderboards this season.