Justin Rose captured his 12th PGA Tour title with a win at the FedEx St Jude Championship, but his focus is likely already shifting towards adding another major to his collection.
This year at Augusta, Rose fell short once again, losing to Rory McIlroy in a playoff that saw the Northern Irishman complete his career Grand Slam.
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It was a bittersweet moment for Rose. While he watched a close friend reach an incredible milestone, it also marked his third runner-up finish at The Masters – another near-miss in a tournament he’s come agonisingly close to winning before.
Even at 45, Rose is still playing some of the best golf of his career and looks more than capable of adding another major title to his resumé.
And according to golf analyst David Howell, there’s one prize Rose has his eyes firmly on.
Justin Rose backed to follow Phil Mickelson’s path to another major
Discussing Rose’s pursuit of another major on Sky Sports, Howell pointed to his quality and drew a parallel with Mickelson.
“He wants another major and he wants The Masters. That is the tournament I feel is breaking his heart a little bit. Second three times. He has lost a couple of playoffs,” Howell said.
“This is just going to give him another boost to think I have got a few more years at this. Just to give him another push with his own belief that it is just a number. I am 45 but why not do it? Phil Mickelson won in his 50’s.
“Rose might be the man, so I think we are going to see some great stuff over the next few years. He’s going to be at the Ryder Cup and I think he’s going to have a great Ryder Cup.”
Mickelson’s PGA Championship win in 2021 clearly stuck with Rose, who has often mentioned it as motivation.
At 45, Rose remains fit and active on the PGA Tour, regularly competing against top fields – something that only adds weight to Howell’s comments about what might still be ahead for him.
Justin Rose’s history at The Masters
If Justin Rose were to finish his career without ever winning The Masters, it would feel like a real shame given how well he’s played Augusta National over the years.
Even putting aside his three runner-up finishes, Rose has been remarkably consistent and has proven himself time and again at the tournament.
With 15 top-25 finishes in 20 appearances, Rose has put together a strong record. And with his game still in good shape, he’ll be looking ahead to 2026 as another chance to finally earn that green jacket.
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