Age is Just a Number: Alex Cejka Defies Expectations with Stunning SAS Championship Victory
At 54 years old, most athletes are long retired—but not Alex Cejka. The seasoned golfer just silenced doubters with a dominant performance at the SAS Championship, securing his fourth PGA TOUR Champions title in dramatic fashion. And here’s the twist: this wasn’t just another win. It marked his first-ever three-round victory on the senior circuit, proving he’s far from done rewriting his legacy.
Breaking Down Cejka’s Historic Win
Cejka’s final score of 9-under 207 (70-66-71) wasn’t just good—it was three strokes better than the competition, making this the second-largest margin of victory on the 2025 PGA TOUR Champions season. Only Steve Allan (DICK’S Open) and Justin Leonard (Chubb Classic) have won by wider gaps this year. But here’s where it gets interesting: Cejka’s prior three wins—the 2021 Regions Tradition, 2021 Senior PGA Championship, and 2023 ISPS HANDA Senior Open—were all grueling 72-hole events. This shorter format? A whole new challenge conquered.
By the Numbers: Why This Win Matters
- Milestone Age: At 54 years, 10 months, and 10 days, Cejka joins an elite group of players winning on the Champions Tour past 50. Could this inspire older golfers worldwide?
- Consistency King: With 40 career top-10 finishes (eight in 2025 alone) and now four wins, Cejka’s move up two spots in the Charles Schwab Cup standings feels almost inevitable.
- 36-Hole Magic: This was only the second time he’s converted a 36-hole lead into a victory—the first being the 2021 Regions Tradition. Pressure? No problem.
Controversy Alert: Is the Champions Tour Too Predictable?
Critics might argue that familiar faces like Cejka dominate the headlines, but the stats tell a different story. Only 16 players finished under par at Prestonwood Country Club, and a mere five holes played under par in the final round. This wasn’t a cakewalk—it was a battle of endurance. Should the course setups be tougher to level the playing field? Debate below!
Side Notes & Standout Performances
- Ernie Els, a World Golf Hall of Famer, fired Sunday’s best round (4-under 68) to notch his 12th top-10 finish of 2025. Yet, he settled for runner-up—again. Is bad luck haunting Els?
- Defending Charles Schwab Cup champ Steven Alker grabbed third, continuing his SAS Championship streak (top-5 finishes since 2022).
- Kirk Triplett barely clung to the 72nd spot in the standings, sneaking into the Charles Schwab Cup Playoffs. Was this a fluke or a testament to his grit?
Final Thought: What’s Next for Cejka?
With momentum on his side, could Cejka chase down Charles Schwab Cup leader Miguel Ángel Jiménez (who finished T7 here)? Or will the younger contenders finally dethrone him? One thing’s clear: underestimating Alex Cejka is a mistake. Agree? Disagree? Drop your hot takes in the comments!
