Golf star Justin Thomas makes instant on-course request in Japan after miracle shot

At the Zozo Championship in Japan, Justin Thomas thrilled spectators with a dazzling display of skill that highlighted his resilience on the course. During Saturday’s round at the Accordia Golf Narashino Country Club, Thomas found himself in a tricky position on the par-four fourth hole after a wayward tee shot.

With trees blocking his path and a pond threatening his chances, he executed an extraordinary low stinger that skipped across the water hazard and onto the fairway—a risky, breathtaking move that stunned the crowd. Thomas’ vocal plea for his ball to “skip” was granted, setting him up to secure par with ease and giving fans a memorable moment.

Despite this brilliant recovery, Thomas’s performance fell just short of delivering the win he has been chasing since his last victory in May 2022. Finishing tied for second with Max Greyserman, Thomas closed his final round with a commendable four-under-par, but it wasn’t enough to overtake leader Nico Echavarria.

Reflecting on his near-miss, Thomas admitted he was “bummed and disappointed” yet proud of his play, noting that he did “a lot of things really well” and reaffirmed his confidence in his recent progress. Though victory eluded him this time, Thomas remains optimistic, aiming to continue putting himself in contention and trusting that a long-awaited win is within reach.