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Gotterup Soars to 17th in OWGR After Sony Open Win
19 Jan
Summary
- Chris Gotterup won the Sony Open 2026, climbing to 17th in OWGR.
- This victory marks Gotterup's third PGA Tour win and career-best ranking.
- Bryson DeChambeau is now ranked 28th, the highest among LIV Golf stars.
Chris Gotterup has achieved a career-high ranking of 17th in the Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) following his victory at the Sony Open 2026. The 26-year-old golfer secured his third PGA Tour title on Sunday, January 18, finishing with a final round of 6-under 64 to reach 16-under par for the tournament. This commanding performance resulted in a two-shot victory over runner-up Ryan Gerard.
As of Monday, January 19, Gotterup's ascent to 17th place in the OWGR signifies a notable shift in the rankings. This places him ahead of fellow competitor Bryson DeChambeau, who currently stands as the highest-ranked LIV Golf player at 28th. DeChambeau has not participated in a ranking event since The Open Championship, impacting his current standing.
The Sony Open in Hawaii has provided a dramatic reshuffling of the OWGR, with Gotterup's win being the most significant development. This event underscores the dynamic nature of professional golf rankings and the potential for rising stars to make substantial leaps with strong performances on the tour.
