Is the golf superstar Justin Thomas’s winless streak a reason for alarm or just a short-term setback? Former world number one golfer Justin Thomas is currently struggling to even get his swing right. Although Thomas has put up impressive performances, including six top-10 finishes in 2024, he has fallen just short of winning another championship. Thomas did put on impressive performances, placing T26 in The Sentry Tournament of Champions and taking second place at The American Express 2025, but despite these impressive performances, he has not had any PGA Tour wins since winning the PGA Championship in 2022. This extended absence from the winner’s circle raises questions about his “uncertain future” on the tour.

However, regardless of whether Thomas wins or loses, some people are aware of how worthy his performance is on the course and how he keeps the game engaging for viewers. Recently, the popular YouTube channel “Fore Play Podcast Plus” acknowledged and appreciated Thomas’s gameplay. Let’s see what they had to say!

Insider defends Justin Thomas amidst scrutiny

In “SHOT CLOCK OR BUST – FORE PLAY EPISODE 732,” the latest episode of the “Fore Play” podcast, Frankie, Trent, and Riggs talked about the demands and wants of professional golfers, particularly Justin Thomas. Given Thomas’s recent performance history, Riggs began the discussion by talking about his latest achievement of placing second solo in the American Express 2025. In 2024, Thomas competed in 21 events, but he only placed in the top three five times. Riggs remarked, “JT finished solo second! feel like that’s a nice thing to see in the world of golf. JT’s last couple of years haven’t had the greatest stretch of golf that he’s ever been a part of.” 

Even Trent added, “When Justin Thomas is playing good, golf is way more interesting, and it gets way more eyeballs; he’s just an interesting guy!” meaning that Thomas’s presence and impressive performance increase the sport’s attractiveness, bringing in more fans and making golf more interesting. For instance, after noticing a 19% drop in the PGA Tour’s final-round TV ratings in 2024, Thomas has encouraged fan interaction with players, claiming that exhibiting personalities can fascinate spectators and improve watching. This belief of Thomas shows how he interacts with his audience and makes the game worth watching for fans.

The third host, Frankie, delves into Thomas’s statistics, stating, “He only had two top threes out of 20 starts last year, but now he has two top threes through three starts, so he’s already equaled what he did last year.” The comment highlights Justin Thomas’s incredible return by pointing out that it’s just the beginning of the season and of the two events he has played he has already placed top-five in the second one. Thomas had also finished his previous season strong by placing second and third in the season’s last two events. Besides his notable comeback on the course, Thomas is also a gentleman to his fans. Let’s find out how.

Justin Thomas’s endearing gesture to a young supporter

Justin Thomas continues to have an optimistic impact on the course in addition to his on-course efforts. Thomas recently played in the first TGL game with the Atlanta Drive in January 2025. At the SoFi Center, Thomas spotted a young fan in the crowd after they defeated the New York Golf Club. In keeping with his usual generosity, he brightened the boy’s day by giving him a TGL flag. TGL’s official account posted a video with the description, “This kid’s day is made!” to social media, capturing the event.

Thomas’s awareness of his responsibilities as a mentor and sports ambassador is evident in these actions. He cultivates a passion for golf and exemplifies the sportsmanship that characterizes the game by interacting with fans, particularly kids. In addition to making him popular with fans, these acts also serve as a model for other athletes in terms of interacting with their communities.

Even though Justin Thomas’s winless run has received criticism, both fans and industry insiders understand how fleeting these stages of a professional athlete’s career are. However,  Thomas continues to demonstrate the skills and character traits of a great champion, especially when combined with his admirable off-course behavior.