Over the course of a professional golfer’s career, few
achievements are so unique and rewarding as the moment it all comes together. It’s the breakout, and it’s a sacred moment. Not just improvement, but absolute
revelation. Sometimes it’s a breakout tournament. Other times it’s a breakout
round, or even a breakout shot. It’s living proof of what a player might
become, and the hint that someday they could be a superstar.
It’s Jordan Spieth
holing out from a greenside bunker at the 2013 John Deere Classic to force a
playoff. It’s Rory McIlroy dominating in 2009 at Dubai to win his first
professional victory. These breakouts happen every year, and sometimes when we least
expect them. Here are five players to watch this season who could take a
giant leap towards super-stardom in 2019.
