Keegan Bradley's Sweet, Sweet $2.1 Million Revenge at the Skins Game

Keegan Bradley just had the best Friday ever. While most of us were probably recovering from a food coma, Bradley was out on the green getting some sweet, sweet revenge and pocketing a cool $2.1 million. Talk about a good day at the office.

After a pretty disastrous Ryder Cup experience back in September where his U.S. squad got steamrolled by a European team that included Tommy Fleetwood and Shane Lowry, you can bet this win felt personal.

And honestly, we love to see it. Nothing says “How do you like me now?” quite like winning a mountain of cash right in front of your rivals.

The scene was the newly resurrected Skins Game, a beloved format that’s been on hiatus for nearly two decades. Held at the stunning Panther National in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, the event was a 16-hole battle of wits, skill, and let’s be real, a little bit of luck. And for Keegan Bradley, luck was definitely on his side.

1. How Bradley Bagged the Big Bucks

Bradley played it cool, but you could see the fire in his eyes. His big break came on the fifth hole. With the pot swelling to $375,000 after a few ties, it all came down to a 10-foot putt from Tommy Fleetwood. Fleetwood missed, and Bradley swooped in for his first big win of the day. His reaction? Pure, unadulterated joy. “Oh man, that felt good,” Bradley said, probably trying to keep his composure on the Amazon Prime Video broadcast. “I need as much revenge against Tommy and Shane as I can get. That’s a start.” You tell ’em, Keegan. But the real jackpot for Bradley was yet to come. On the 13th hole, with money carrying over from three previous holes, the pot had ballooned to an insane $900,000. With ice in his veins, Bradley sank a 7-foot putt to claim the massive prize, effectively sealing his victory. It was a masterclass in clutch performance when it mattered most.

2. What About the Other Guys?

While Keegan Bradley was having the time of his life, his competitors had a mixed bag of results. Tommy Fleetwood, despite the earlier miss, didn’t go home empty-handed. In a dramatic finish, he snagged the final hole, which, with carryovers, was worth a staggering $1.125 million. That single putt brought his total earnings to a very respectable $1.7 million. Not a bad consolation prize. Shane Lowry, who stepped in for an injured Justin Thomas, managed to win a single skin worth $200,000. It’s not a life-changing amount for a pro golfer, but hey, it’s enough to cover a few fancy dinners. And then there was poor Xander Schauffele. It just wasn’t his day. Despite being one of the best golfers in the world, he got completely shut out, walking away with nothing but the experience. Ouch. Better luck next time, Xander.

3. Was Skins Game a Success?

The Skins Game isn’t your average golf tournament. The tension builds as the pot grows with each tied hole, leading to some truly heart-pounding moments. The first five holes were worth a respectable $100,000 each, but the stakes just kept climbing, culminating in a wild $600,000 for the final hole. The return of the Skins Game was a roaring success, bringing back a format that fans have missed. It’s less about the meticulous, quiet focus of a major and more about high-stakes, high-reward drama. The high-profile players, in addition, added to the golfing environment. This makes Bradley’s success even more special. Excelling against the best players in the world adds to your arsenal efficiently. With big personalities and even bigger piles of cash on the line, it delivered the kind of entertainment that golf sometimes desperately needs. For Keegan Bradley, it was more than just a game; it was a chance to settle a score and walk away a multi-millionaire. And that’s a story worth telling.

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