Billy Horschel picked the perfect moment to deliver his biggest putt of the season and ensured everyone knew it. In a thrilling showdown at the TGL Championship, Atlanta Drive GC sealed its place in history with a dramatic 4-3 victory over New York Golf Club, completing a clean sweep in the best-of-three final. Things didn’t look great early on for Atlanta, as they trailed 3-0 after the opening triples session.
But they clawed their way back with a well-executed hammer strategy in singles play, setting the stage for Horschel’s defining moment. Facing Rickie Fowler on the penultimate hole, Horschel stepped up and drained an 18-foot, downhill double-breaker—the longest putt he’d made all season. The reaction? Pure electricity.
He tossed his putter, spiked his hat, and sent the SoFi Center into absolute chaos as Atlanta took the lead for the first time all night. With the momentum fully on their side, Patrick Cantlay closed out the final hole against Cameron Young, securing the 4-3 triumph and the first-ever TGL Trophy for Atlanta. But there’s no doubt—this win belonged to Horschel and his clutch heroics when it mattered most.
In the latest episode of The Fried Egg Golf, Brendan Porath passionately advocated for Billy Horschel to be included in the U.S. Ryder Cup team following his electrifying performance in the TGL final. With Keegan Bradley serving as the captain, Porath argued that Horschel’s energy, commitment, and sheer enthusiasm could be invaluable for Team USA.
Porath didn’t hold back in praising Horschel’s impact on the league, stating, “He made the league sing so, so often. He was genuinely into it.” He recalled attending Atlanta Drive’s win over Boston and listening to Horschel’s postgame press conference, where the golfer spoke in detail about strategy and match breakdowns. According to Porath, “He had watched every single match on TV. If he wasn’t playing, he had seen every single match.”
Horschel’s deep engagement with the format and competition was evident, reinforcing the idea that he wasn’t just another player—he was a driving force. Porath also stressed that Horschel’s energy extended beyond his own game. “I honestly think that he made Patrick Cantlay and Justin Thomas care more about this because of his energy and enthusiasm,” he said, suggesting Horschel’s presence could have a similar impact on the Ryder Cup team.
Given his influence, Porath believes Horschel deserves recognition, saying, “You got to give him a little extra equity. You got to chip him off a little something extra.”
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With all that in mind, Porath posed the ultimate question: “I don’t know how you keep him outta Ryder Cup.” He acknowledged that Horschel still has a few months to prove himself in traditional stroke play, but his ability to fire up a team and bring energy to the competition could be a huge asset.
The decision lies in Bradley’s hands, with the Ryder Cup still several months away. But if Porath’s argument holds weight, Horschel might just find himself in the mix for a spot on the team.
Ryder Cup team or not, there is one thing for sure. No one knows the celebration of the victory better than Billy Horschel. He could not have had a better finish to the inaugural season.
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