Fenton, MI — April 2, 2025
The Masters, professional golf’s premier event, tees off next week. One of our favorite events on the tournament’s daily schedule is the traditional Par-3 tournament next Wednesday, that proceeds the opening round set for April 10th. You will get complete round-by-round coverage again this year by The Lasco Press.
We have had this article idea hanging around for a bit and thought the proximity of the PGA’s first Major Championship might be a good time to roll it out. So, rabid golf followers, we hope you enjoy this story.
Study Reveals the Most Viral PGA Moments in History
A new study has uncovered the ten most viral PGA moments of all time. Premium high-tech golf apparel brand Galvin Green analyzed YouTube metrics from official PGA uploads, featuring a selection of trick shots and on-course antics that captured global attention.
Topping the list is an unforgettable moment from the 2002 American Express golf event, where professional wrestler Bill Goldberg playfully tossed a fan into a body of water. This iconic clip has racked up over 35 million views on the PGA’s official YouTube channel since its upload four years ago.
No. 2 Matt Kuchar’s Must-See Shot on No. 17, THE PLAYERS Championship 2015
No. 3 Sergio Garcia Climbs a Tree to Hit One-Handed Shot at Bay Hill, Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard 2013
No. 4 Toddler Swing Analysis, Shell Houston Open 2013
No. 5 Bubba Watson Goes Driver-Driver-Putt for Eagle, Hyundai Tournament of Champions 2011
No. 6 Fan Attacked by Jumping Cactus as Rory McIlroy Hits Out of Desert, WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship 2014
No. 7 Rory McIlroy’s Golf Ball Lands in Fan’s Pocket, TOUR Championship by Coca-Cola 2014
No. 8 Bryson DeChambeau’s Ridiculous Drives on No. 6, Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard 2021
No. 9 That Unbelievable Tiger Woods Fairway Bunker Shot, WGC-Mexico Championship 2019
No. 10 Tiger & Charlie Woods Shoot 10-Under 62 in Round 1, PNC Championship 2020
Commenting on the findings, a spokesperson on behalf of Galvin Green said, “The above clips prove that golf’s greatest moments live on far beyond the course. Even 20 years after Bill Goldberg’s infamous fan toss, it continues to rack up views, proving how viral moments can transcend time.”
“These clips capture the essence of golf, demonstrating remarkable skill, unexpected hilarity, and pure entertainment. From Sergio Garcia scaling a tree for an impossible shot to Tiger Woods pulling off the unthinkable, they remind us why fans love the sport.”
The List
| Rank | Viral Clip | Tournament | Views |
| 1 | Goldberg Tosses Fan into Water | The American Express 2002 | 35,285,306 |
| 2 | Matt Kuchar’s Must-See Shot on No. 17 | THE PLAYERS Championship 2015 | 10,211,102 |
| 3 | Sergio Garcia Climbs a Tree to Hit One-Handed Shot at Bay Hill | Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard 2013 | 9,127,988 |
| 4 | Toddler Swing Analysis | Shell Houston Open 2013 | 8,667,357 |
| 5 | Bubba Watson Goes Driver-Driver-Putt for Eagle | Hyundai Tournament of Champions 2011 | 8,342,016 |
| 6 | Fan Attacked by Jumping Cactus as Rory McIlroy Hits Out of Desert | WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship 2014 | 7,045,070 |
| 7 | Rory McIlroy’s Golf Ball Lands in Fan’s Pocket | TOUR Championship by Coca-Cola 2014 | 5,768,083 |
| 8 | Bryson DeChambeau’s Ridiculous Drives on No. 6 | Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard 2021 | 5,257,432 |
| 9 | That Unbelievable Tiger Woods Fairway Bunker Shot | WGC-Mexico Championship 2019 | 4,393,111 |
| 10 | Tiger & Charlie Woods Shoot 10-Under 62 in Round 1 | PNC Championship 2020 | 4,142,405 |
List Compilation Courtesy of www.galvingreen.com
