Chris Gotterup, the young golf prodigy, continues his meteoric rise in the sports world, having recently claimed his fourth title on the PGA Tour during the WM Phoenix Open, held at the stunning TPC Scottsdale in Arizona. The 26-year-old athlete not only triumphed over Hideki Matsuyama in an exhilarating sudden-death playoff but also solidified his prominent position by surpassing world number one Scottie Scheffler on the earnings list, pocketing around $1.7 million.
Despite being in impressive form and not needing any advice, Gotterup received some encouraging words from two sports icons, both hailing from Oklahoma: Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves and former NBA star Blake Griffin. “Keep doing what you’re doing. Winning twice in three tournaments is something very special,” Reaves stated in a recording shared by the PGA Tour on social media platform X. On the other hand, Griffin, with his characteristic humor, added: “Whatever you do, don’t listen to us.”
What makes this moment even more special is the genuine interaction between Gotterup and his basketball compatriots. “That’s funny. It’s amazing. They’ve been reaching out to me, so that’s cool,” Gotterup commented. He also highlighted his connection to the University of Oklahoma, saying: “Even though I only went to OU for a year, it feels like I was there for four years.”
With his popularity growing rapidly, Gotterup did not hesitate to praise the two athletes. He mentioned that Reaves “has talent” and expressed his desire to one day play golf with him, in addition to complimenting Griffin’s swing. His ability to defeat renowned players in major tournaments reinforces his image as one of the most promising figures in contemporary golf.
When NBA stars start to notice your talent, it is a clear sign that you are doing something right. Chris Gotterup is undoubtedly a name to watch in the coming years, and his exciting journey is just beginning.
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