Valspar Championship 2025 Preview, Picks & Analysis

Jordan Spieth, a past Valspar Championship winner, enters the 2025 tournament with high expectations. After missing an exemption for the Arnold Palmer Invitational, Spieth is eager to regain form before The Masters. His track record at Augusta National is impressive, with multiple top finishes, including a Green Jacket victory in 2015. Despite struggles in recent years, including a long winless streak, he has shown signs of resurgence in 2025.

Sam Burns, another former Valspar champion, is also looking to return to his best. Between 2021 and 2023, Burns secured five PGA Tour victories, including back-to-back Valspar titles. However, his 2025 season has been inconsistent, with his best finish being a tied eighth at the Sentry. A return to Innisbrook could provide the momentum he needs to reestablish himself among the tour’s top contenders.

Defending champion Peter Malnati stunned the field in 2024, claiming his first title in nine years. His emotional victory highlighted the unpredictable nature of the event. Other notable contenders include Tommy Fleetwood, still searching for his first PGA Tour win, and Cameron Young, who has recorded multiple runner-up finishes. With a challenging Copperhead Course and strong competition, the 2025 Valspar Championship promises to be an exciting showdown.