Campbell's Career-Changing Ricochet

Ten-Year Journey Ends in Mexico, plus, Netflix releases New "Full Swing" Season

February 25, 2025

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Brian Campbell secured his first PGA TOUR victory at the Mexico Open at Vidanta, defeating South African Aldrich Potgieter in a dramatic playoff that hinged on an incredibly fortunate bounce. Campbell's wayward tee shot on the second playoff hole crashed into trees but somehow ricocheted back into play, setting up the winning birdie.

The victory comes after a decade-long professional journey for the 31-year-old, who had gone winless in 186 combined starts on the Korn Ferry and PGA TOUR. His perseverance finally paid off with a $1.26 million payday and coveted exemptions to the Masters, THE PLAYERS Championship, PGA Championship, and five remaining Signature Events.

Campbell, who had returned to the PGA TOUR this season after seven years on the Korn Ferry Tour, finished regulation tied with Potgieter at 20-under par before seizing his moment in the playoff. "To be in this position is just so unreal," Campbell said. "I can't believe it, really."

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The new installment promises unprecedented access to the banner season of world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler and, for the first time, behind-the-scenes footage from the Presidents Cup at Royal Montreal.

The star-studded cast features a compelling mix of established stars and emerging talents. Viewers will get an inside look at Rory McIlroy's emotional season, siblings Min Woo and Minjee Lee's Olympic journey, and Gary Woodland's courageous return after battling a brain tumor. Other storylines include Wyndham Clark's business venture with actor Mark Wahlberg, Sahith Theegala's costly career decision, and newly appointed 2025 U.S. Ryder Cup Captain Keegan Bradley's redemption quest.

The series, which had cameras rolling at all four majors and THE PLAYERS Championship, also features Ludvig Åberg, Bryson DeChambeau, Tony Finau, Rickie Fowler, and several other fan favorites as they navigate the highs and lows of tour life both on and off the course.

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