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Max Homa Struggles at Valero Texas Open, Faces Long Odds for Masters Qualification

The PGA Tour golfer, ranked 78th in the world, begins a new partnership with caddy Bill Harke as he seeks to reverse a season of poor performances.

TROON, SCOTLAND - JULY 18: Max Homa of the United States and his caddie Joe Greiner look on from the 12th tee on day one of The 152nd Open championship at Royal Troon on July 18, 2024 in Troon, Scotland.
May 1, 2021; Palm Harbor, Florida, USA; Max Homa stands at the tee box of the 3rd hole with his caddie Joe Greiner (L) during the third round of the Valspar Championship golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
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Overview

  • Max Homa has endured a difficult 2025 season, including four consecutive missed cuts and a career-worst nine-hole score at the Farmers Insurance Open.
  • Homa’s Official World Golf Ranking has dropped from 10th in 2024 to 78th in 2025, reflecting his ongoing struggles on the PGA Tour.
  • This week, Homa debuted a new caddy, Bill Harke, after parting ways with longtime caddy and friend Joe Greiner, who had been with him since 2019.
  • Homa must win the Valero Texas Open to qualify for the 2025 Masters, but his poor start to the tournament, with two bogeys and a double bogey in his first four holes, has made this an uphill battle.
  • Homa has not posted a score lower than 68 this year outside of The Sentry Tournament of Champions, underscoring his challenges in regaining competitive form.