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Ricky Fowler’s win at the 2023 Rocket Mortgage Classic was what meant the most to his trainer, Butch Harmon. Rickie Fowler led the majority of the Classic before entering a three-man playoff against Adam Hadwin and Colin Morikawa.
Fowler’s patience and hard work soon paid off, as he sank a birdie on the first hole to win the playoff. This title also broke Rickie Fowler’s four-year winless streak, with his most recent title coming at the 2019 Phoenix Open. Needless to say, his trainer, Harmon, was also thrilled to see him win.
A coach is always proudest when he sees his player win, and it was no different for Harmon. Speaking via Golf.com, Harmon said:
“He was amazing. I think my anxiety was probably on the same level as it was when he was playing, just because I wanted it so bad for him. To come from No. 185 in the world to No. 23 in eight months is an amazing journey he’s been on.”
For Butch Harmon, this win meant so much more than other victories with other golfers he coached. That’s a big statement, considering he’s coached Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Dustin Johnson, and many others to glory.
“And I’m going to be honest with you guys. I think that meant more to me personally than a lot of the majors I’ve won with different guys, just because I know how much of a throwback Ricky was, and to watch him come back, it was a joy to watch,” said Harmon.
Butch Harmon is confident Ricky Fowler will win again
Rickie Fowler had a great 2023 season. After starting his season ranked 111th in the world, Fowler has maintained his steady performance to move up the ranks. His latest win saw him vault to the well-deserved world No. 23.
Fowler and Harmon worked together from 2013 to 2019. They lived across from each other, and at first, Harmon coached Fowler via video calls and text messages. Harmon’s brother Craig is also a golfer and lived near Fowler. He would often go to Fowler’s practice sessions and then share his notes with Harmon.
Butch Harmon is confident Ricky Fowler will win again.
“Go up to the plate and get the job done. And that’s what you have to do to prove to yourself that you’re back on top of your game, and I think that’s the thing that impressed me the most. He’s going to win again,” Harmon stated.
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