Russell Henley delivered a remarkable performance at the 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational, clinching victory with a pivotal eagle chip-in on the par-5 16th hole. Trailing Collin Morikawa by three strokes with five holes remaining, Henley initiated his comeback with a birdie on the 14th, narrowing the gap to one stroke. On the 16th, after overshooting the green, Henley faced a challenging chip from thick rough, approximately 50 feet from the hole.
Demonstrating exceptional skill, he holed the chip for an eagle, seizing the lead for the first time in the final round. Henley maintained his composure over the last two holes, securing a one-shot victory over Morikawa with a final score of 11-under par.
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Reflecting on the critical eagle chip-in, Henley acknowledged the difficulty of the shot, noting that he rarely practices such scenarios. He expressed surprise and gratitude for the outcome, stating, “I don’t know that you can stop it.” Henley also empathized with Morikawa’s situation, remarking, “Sometimes golf is just mean like that.”