Justin Thomas is about to enter his 11th season on the PGA Tour, and he’s firmly established as one of its cornerstones these days.
With two PGA Championship titles to his name, he hasn’t looked back since earning his tour card for the 2015 season.
The American has become a familiar face in Ryder Cups and other top events, and his presence has only grown over the years.
But like many experienced players, Thomas now finds himself watching a new wave of talent rise up from the Korn Ferry Tour into the professional game.
After this year’s class wrapped up their journey through the amateur ranks, Thomas reached out with an encouraging message to those who made it through.
Justin Thomas shares his thoughts as 20 Korn Ferry Tour players earn PGA Tour cards
Stepping up from the Korn Ferry Tour to the PGA Tour is no easy feat, and not everyone finds their footing straight away.
Just like in any sport, making the jump from amateur to professional can be a tough adjustment. Thomas has been through it himself and knows just how challenging that transition can be.
But he managed to find his stride early on, winning back-to-back CIMB Classic titles in 2015 and 2016. Then in 2017, five more wins helped establish him as a rising star on tour.