Straka, American Express and PGA TOUR

Sepp Straka outlasts field, slow pace to collect third tour victory at the American Express
I think that was the biggest challenge today was keeping aggressive on my targets,” Straka said after his two-under 70. “Nerves, just complete nerves. Stomach in a knot, the whole nine. So, yeah, just really excited about the way I handed the pressure today.
American Express champion Sepp Straka proves he's a rising PGA Tour star
With the $918,000 check for finishing second in the $8.8 million event, Thomas becomes the latest PGA Tour player to surpass the $60 million mark in career earnings. He is now 10th all time at $60,827,898, passing Matt Kuchar on the list. Thomas is still just under $60 million shy of all-time leader Tiger Woods.
Sepp Straka cruises to 2-shot win at The American Express for third PGA Tour victory
Straka played with his first 54-hole lead on the PGA Tour on Sunday, and he managed to maintain control of the tournament until the end.
2025 American Express Final Payouts, Prize Money, Winnings: Sepp Straka Wins $1,584,000
The PGA Tour returned to the mainland U.S. this week, and once again three southern California courses were the scene for the American Express. The event offered an $8.8 million purse, with $1.584 million to the winner.
2025 American Express leaderboard, grades: Sepp Straka edges Justin Thomas to claim third PGA Tour win
For the third time in his PGA Tour career, Sepp Straka hoisted a trophy at tournament's end. Converting a four-stroke lead at the 54-hole mark into a victory at the 2025 American Express, Straka fended off a crowded chasing pack headlined by Justin Thomas.
Unlucky lie, loose shot cost Sepp Straka chance at history in American Express win
Sepp Straka was brilliant en route to a win at the American Express, but a loose shot and unlucky lie cost him a shot at PGA Tour history.
American Express highlights: Sepp Straka plays nearly flawless golf, picks up 3rd Tour win
The final round is in the books, and Sepp Straka played nearly flawless golf en route to his third PGA Tour victory.
Steady Sepp: Sepp Straka wins American Express golf title by two shots
The win earned the 31-year-old Straka his first title since the 2023 John Deere Classic and the $1,584,000 first-place check, the largest of his career.
Austria’s Sepp Straka cruises to a 2-shot victory over Justin Thomas at The American Express
Sepp Straka won The American Express by two shots over Justin Thomas. The 31-year-old Austrian finished his third career PGA Tour victory at 25-under 263 with a final-round 70.
Growing the lead: Sepp Straka crafts four-shot lead entering American Express' final round
Straka’s round at La Quinta in many ways was the reverse of what might have been expected. Playing the back nine first, Straka made six birdies on the way to a 30, the kind of score generally associated with the front nine at the course that opened in 1959.
PGA Tour money leaders: American Express winner Sepp Straka up 18 spots with $1.584 million
Sepp Straka won $1,584,000 million for capturing his third PGA Tour title on Jan. 19 at The American Express. It was enough to jump 18 spots on the money list. It wasn't enough to catch Hideki Matsuyama or Collin Morikawa.
Sepp Straka Finds New Hairstyle, Wins American Express for Third PGA Tour Title
The 31-year-old Austrian won the American Express at PGA West without carding a bogey until the 70th hole of the tournament.
Alexander: It may not always have been comfortable, but Sepp Straka had it all the way
Sepp Straka boatraced his closest competitors for most of the back nine at the Pete Dye Stadium Course at PGA West Sunday ...