Ludvig Åberg went from college star to one of the most famous people in golf in less than two years, and the speed of the Swedes' rapid rise even surprised him.
Åberg won the championship on the DP World Tour and the PGA Tour within a few months of being transferred to professionals in June 2023, and the same year he was impressed with his debut at Ryder Cup, and The 25-year-old's latest success is an event hosted by one of his childhood. Idol.
Four birdies in the last six holes have won a beat earlier this month in the Genesis Invitational of PGA Tour, hosted by Tiger Woods’ foundation, with the latest win leading him to a new career fourth in the latest world rankings name. .
“A few years ago, this [success] Not really in my mind Tell Sky Sports A few days after his invitation to victory in Genesis. “I don’t think I’m going to be here so soon.
“If you ask me if I have the ability to do this, then, yes, but probably not very soon!”
Åberg's dramatic victory is in stark contrast to his appearance at Torrey Pines a month ago, when he fell on the farmer's insurance list after a severe stomach problem over the weekend.
Tournament host Woods was one of the first to congratulate him.
“It’s really cool,” Åberg explained. “Unfortunately, we can't be in the Riviera because I love Riviera, but I probably love Torrey Pines as well. With the tiger, he's in the Thunder How many times did Torrey win, about eight times, which means a lot.
“He means a lot to me and our sports, so it's really cool to have the trophy next to him. I have pictures of the two of us saving on my phone and I think I'll watch it for quite a long time!”
Åberg immediately headed from San Diego to Florida to help Bay Golf Club win two wins after winning the back-to-back TGL game a day later, before spending three days with coach Hans Larsson for PGA Tour's Florida swing is in preparation.
“It's been busy,” Åberg explained. “We planned from the return trip that he was going to stay and we'll do the practice a few days after the TGL. It's a training and practice back to the horse, which is fun.
“I’m going to leave the club in the closet for a few days. My girlfriend and I are going to spend the night at a small retreat, so that’s great. Other than that, it’s to prepare for the next game.
“Bay hill I think it’s a glass of wine.
What is the early momentum of Europe in the Ryder Cup year?
Åberg's victory continues the PGA Tour after Rory McIlroy's victory over Shane Lowry after AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am wins on American Express The wave of success in early Europe. WM Phoenix is open.
“I think it's great,” Åberg said. “It talks about the quality of the European side and I think Luke will be very happy when he succeeds in the PGA Tour and the European Tour.”
“I think you kind of hope Rory plays well and he wins the game. [Detry] Two days before Torrey – he's a great player and I think he'll be a force on the PGA Tour this year.
“I think [European success] It's great for everyone, hopefully we can keep that and get some momentum in the Ryder Cup. ”
Augusta in Åberg's heart?
Åberg will challenge the Maiden Grand Slam title ahead of the second consecutive Ryder Cup in 2025, a year from finishing runner-up to Scottie Scheffler, his major first in the Masters Debut.
“It's so cool, there's an incredible experience and a chance to win,” Åberg said of Augusta's debut last year. “I think I'm back and see how I feel will It will be very interesting.
“I think I’ll be really excited and I think living these moments again, some of the putts and shots I made would be really cool.
“At the same time, I will try to manage the expectations of preparing for a normal tournament and make sure I’m ready. Make sure I don’t skip anything and do everything I can to be as ready as I can.
“It’s a special place every time you play Augusta or are on the ground and I’m sure I’ll be very excited.”
On the 2025 PGA Tour, live stream LudvigÅberg's action at Sky Sports. Åberg resumed action at the Arnold Palmer Invitational – live on Sky Sports Golf from March 6-9. There are no contracts to get Sky Sports or streaming now.