Although Justin Thomas will not be competing in the WM Phoenix Open 2026 due to recovery from recent surgery, the 32-year-old golfer opened up about a memorable moment at the event. Thomas recounted a humorous incident where he received boos after making a double bogey at the tournament’s famous 16th hole.
The 16-time PGA Tour winner has been a regular participant at the WM Phoenix Open and has experienced both high and low points at TPC Scottsdale. This entertaining story was shared on February 7, highlighting an awkward round that left him eager to leave the hole as quickly as possible.
Details of Thomas’s Memorable WM Phoenix Open Performance
Thomas described the moment he hit the green on the 16th hole on a Saturday and ended up taking four putts, resulting in a double bogey. This followed an eight on the previous hole, intensifying his desire to move on from the challenging stretch. He also acknowledged the crowd’s reaction as well deserved.
“I once hit the green on 16 at the WM Phoenix Open on a Saturday and 4 putted for a double… after making an 8 on the previous hole, I can confirm you can’t want to get off that hole fast enough and the boos (rightfully so) are on another level 🤣” – Justin Thomas, Golfer
Thomas has been away from tournament play for several months, recovering from a microdiscectomy performed during the off-season. Most recently, he was seen supporting his team at the TGL event between Jupiter Links and Atlanta Drive GC, maintaining his involvement in golf despite not competing.
Overview of Justin Thomas’s WM Phoenix Open Record
Over eleven appearances at the WM Phoenix Open, Justin Thomas has built a strong record, making the cut in nine of those starts and securing multiple top-ten finishes. His consistency at TPC Scottsdale is notable, including two third-place results and a streak of top-thirteen finishes stretching back several years.
His recent performance in 2025 saw him tied for sixth place, continuing his pattern of strong showings at this particular stop on the PGA Tour.
Here is a detailed breakdown of Justin Thomas’s finishes at the WM Phoenix Open:
- 2015: Tied 17th, -8 (67, 68, 69, 72)
- 2016: Missed Cut, +2 (72, 72)
- 2017: Missed Cut, Even (69, 73)
- 2018: Tied 17th, -11 (68, 68, 71, 66)
- 2019: 3rd Place, -14 (64, 66, 68, 72)
- 2020: Tied 3rd, -14 (68, 68, 69, 65)
- 2021: Tied 13th, -13 (70, 65, 64, 72)
- 2022: Tied 8th, -13 (67, 70, 68, 66)
- 2023: 4th Place, -13 (71, 68, 67, 65)
- 2024: Tied 12th, -12 (69, 65, 70, 68)
- 2025: Tied 6th, -15 (66, 68, 70, 65)
Looking Ahead for Justin Thomas and the WM Phoenix Open
While Justin Thomas is sidelined from the 2026 WM Phoenix Open as he recovers from surgery, his record at the tournament reflects both resilience and talent. His ability to bounce back from difficult moments, like the infamous 16th hole scenario, speaks to his competitive nature. Fans can expect him to return to the PGA Tour with determination and to continue building on his legacy at TPC Scottsdale once fully healed.
