For the third time in his PGA Tour career, Sepp Straka hoisted a trophy at tournament's end. Converting a four-stroke lead at the 54-hole mark into a victory at the 2025 American Express, Straka fended off a crowded chasing pack headlined by Justin Thomas.

Sepp Straka had never entered a final round with a lead on the PGA Tour until Sunday. In his two previous victories, he had to charge from far behind on the final day with no time to feel the nerves that roiled his stomach from the first tee onward at The American Express.

The closest to him was Justin Thomas, who shot a 66 to finish at 23-under. After his great performance, the American golfer emphasized he was close to his opponent, but Straka's advantage before the final round was decisive. The 31-year-old golfer is proud of himself, stressing that he did everything he could.