Billy Horschel picked the perfect moment to deliver his biggest putt of the season and ensured everyone knew it. In a thrilling showdown at the TGL Championship, Atlanta Drive GC sealed its place in history with a dramatic 4-3 victory over New York Golf Club, completing a clean sweep in the best-of-three final. Things didn’t look great early on for Atlanta, as they trailed 3-0 after the opening triples session.

But they clawed their way back with a well-executed hammer strategy in singles play, setting the stage for Horschel’s defining moment.  Facing Rickie Fowler on the penultimate hole, Horschel stepped up and drained an 18-foot, downhill double-breaker—the longest putt he’d made all season. The reaction? Pure electricity.

He tossed his putter, spiked his hat, and sent the SoFi Center into absolute chaos as Atlanta took the lead for the first time all night. With the momentum fully on their side, Patrick Cantlay closed out the final hole against Cameron Young, securing the 4-3 triumph and the first-ever TGL Trophy for Atlanta. But there’s no doubt—this win belonged to Horschel and his clutch heroics when it mattered most.

In the latest episode of The Fried Egg Golf, Brendan Porath passionately advocated for Billy Horschel to be included in the U.S. Ryder Cup team following his electrifying performance in the TGL final. With Keegan Bradley serving as the captain, Porath argued that Horschel’s energy, commitment, and sheer enthusiasm could be invaluable for Team USA.

Porath didn’t hold back in praising Horschel’s impact on the league, stating, “He made the league sing so, so often. He was genuinely into it.” He recalled attending Atlanta Drive’s win over Boston and listening to Horschel’s postgame press conference, where the golfer spoke in detail about strategy and match breakdowns. According to Porath, “He had watched every single match on TV. If he wasn’t playing, he had seen every single match.”

Horschel’s deep engagement with the format and competition was evident, reinforcing the idea that he wasn’t just another player—he was a driving force. Porath also stressed that Horschel’s energy extended beyond his own game. “I honestly think that he made Patrick Cantlay and Justin Thomas care more about this because of his energy and enthusiasm,” he said, suggesting Horschel’s presence could have a similar impact on the Ryder Cup team.

Given his influence, Porath believes Horschel deserves recognition, saying, “You got to give him a little extra equity. You got to chip him off a little something extra.”

With all that in mind, Porath posed the ultimate question: “I don’t know how you keep him outta Ryder Cup.” He acknowledged that Horschel still has a few months to prove himself in traditional stroke play, but his ability to fire up a team and bring energy to the competition could be a huge asset.

The decision lies in Bradley’s hands, with the Ryder Cup still several months away. But if Porath’s argument holds weight, Horschel might just find himself in the mix for a spot on the team.

Ryder Cup team or not, there is one thing for sure. No one knows the celebration of the victory better than Billy Horschel. He could not have had a better finish to the inaugural season.

Billy Horschel reveals the motivation behind his pace at TGL

After securing a hard-fought win over New York Golf Club in the opening match of the TGL Finals, Billy Horschel didn’t hesitate to share what had been fueling his standout performances all season. Unlike the typical responses about playing for teammates or making the family proud, Horschel had a more personal motivation—proving a certain golf writer wrong.

“I love going head-to-head with someone. It’s about who is willing to do whatever it takes to get the victory,” he told reporters after Monday’s match, pausing as Patrick Cantlay and Justin Thomas exchanged a knowing glance.

Then, with a smirk, he called out Kyle Porter, a golf analyst who had repeatedly picked against him in the singles format throughout the season.

“Up until last week, I had won every one of them,” Horschel pointed out, making it clear that doubters only pushed him to perform at an even higher level. Though the moment was lighthearted—especially with Thomas chuckling in the background—Horschel’s determination was no joke.

With Atlanta Drive trailing by two points at the start of singles, he crushed a 321-yard drive straight down the fairway, stuck his approach shot 11 feet from the pin, and confidently declared, “I’m making it” as Thomas threw the hammer. True to his word, he drained the birdie putt to tie the match, setting the stage for Atlanta’s comeback victory.

In the end, Horschel’s fire and resilience helped propel Atlanta Drive to a thrilling 6-5 win, proving once again that he thrives when the stakes are high. With the TGL season wrapped up, the question remains—where will we see Horschel’s competitive edge shine next?