Golf is a beautiful game—majestic landscapes, high-stakes drama, and the occasional roar from the crowd when someone sinks a 50-foot putt. But let’s be honest: not every golfer brings the fireworks. Some players move like they’re stuck in molasses, analyze every blade of grass, and zap the energy right out of your living room.
These are the golfers who make you reach for the remote or start reorganizing your sock drawer. From glacial pre-shot routines to personalities that feel flatter than a putting green, here are the 15 most tedious golfers to watch on TV.
15. Kevin Na
You never knew walking could be controversial until Kevin Na made it an art form. His legendary hesitation over shots could turn a quick round into a Netflix mini-series.
14. Ben Crane
Slow and methodical, Ben Crane always looks like he’s preparing to defuse a bomb instead of hit a golf ball. Watching him play often feels like you’re being punished for something you didn’t do.
13. Jim Furyk
That funky swing might be fascinating at first, but the novelty wears off around hole five. Furyk’s pace and low-key demeanor can lull even the most hardcore fans into a deep nap.
12. J.B. Holmes
Clock-watching fans know all too well the pain of a J.B. Holmes round dragging into the next meal. He’s not in a rush, and neither is your boredom.
11. Bryson DeChambeau
Sure, the science is impressive, but watching Bryson turn every shot into a physics experiment gets old fast. Sometimes it feels like he’s writing a dissertation on every drive.
10. Jason Dufner
His laid-back demeanor borders on lifeless, and his “Dufnering” meme had more energy than his actual rounds. It’s not bad golf—it’s just… incredibly slow motion golf.
9. Patrick Cantlay
Cantlay has all the excitement of a filing cabinet, and his pre-shot routine could stretch into overtime. The guy is a great player, but TV magic he is not.
8. Zach Johnson
Zach Johnson is steady and skilled, but his rounds have the thrill of watching beige paint dry. He plays it safe in a way that’s admirable but mind-numbingly predictable.
7. Lucas Glover
When Lucas Glover lines up a putt, you might have time to go make a sandwich—and eat it. He’s a technician on the greens, but it’s not exactly must-see television.
6. Francesco Molinari
He’s polite, respectful, and quieter than a library at midnight. You respect him, but you don’t necessarily want to watch him for four hours.
5. Webb Simpson
Webb Simpson’s style of play is like a warm cup of decaf—comfortable, reliable, and not particularly thrilling. He’s all about precision over power, which can get real sleepy, real fast.
4. Matt Kuchar
Kuchar’s rounds tend to unfold at a pace that rivals a nature documentary. He’s pleasant and polite, but intensity is not part of the package.
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3. David Toms
Toms made a career out of consistency and cautious play, which translated into snooze-worthy broadcasts. Even when he was winning, it rarely felt like must-watch TV.
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2. Carl Pettersson
Carl Pettersson had a quiet game and an even quieter presence. Watching him was like watching a cloud slowly drift across the sky—peaceful, but you kind of forget it’s happening.
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1. Bernhard Langer
Langer might be a legend, but his methodical pace is the stuff of Golf Channel nightmares. When he’s putting, it’s not a question of if you’ll change the channel—it’s when.
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