The 15 Most Dull Golfers of All Time

Golf can be a thrilling, emotional ride—unless you’re watching one of these guys. While their resumes might be loaded with wins and accolades, their personalities had all the spark of a rainy Tuesday: predictable, subdued, utterly lacking in the kind of electricity that makes crowds lean forward, that turns mere competitors into icons.

We’re not saying they weren’t good players. We’re just saying that if charisma were a club, these golfers left it in the bag. Here is a list of golfers who are not known for their charisma, but for their meticulous discipline (that at the same time makes them forgettable).

15. Webb Simpson

Mar 20, 2025; Palm Harbor, Florida, USA; Webb Simpson plays his shot from the tenth tee during the first round of the Valspar Championship golf tournament at Innisbrook Resort. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-Imagn Images
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Webb Simpson is a steady hand with a major win to his name, but you’re not exactly lining up to hear him talk post-round. He brings all the excitement of lukewarm oatmeal to the course.

14. Billy Mayfair

Billy Mayfair putts on the 11th green during the first round of the Galleri Classic in Rancho Mirage, Calif., Friday, March 24, 2023.
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Billy Mayfair’s swing was quirky, but his vibe was pure snooze. He rarely cracked a smile, and his interviews felt more like tax seminars than sports content.

13. D.A. Points

Veteran PGA pro and Pekin native D.A. Points conducts a clinic for young golfers competing in the American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) Renewal by Andersen Junior Open on Monday, July 8, 2024 at the Pekin Country Club. The AGJA host dozens of tournaments across the country for aspiring young golfers between the ages of 12-19. Points joined the PGA Tour in 1999 after an All-American career at the University of Illinois and a state championship at Pekin High School in 1993.
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Despite having a last name that sounds like a stat sheet, D.A. Points never brought much energy. His on-course demeanor was more robotic than riveting.

12. Kevin Streelman

Jan 16, 2025; La Quinta, California, USA; Kevin Streelman hits from the third tee box during the first round of The American Express golf tournament at La Quinta Country Club. Mandatory Credit: Abe Arredondo-Imagn Images
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Kevin Streelman was always around on leaderboards, but it was hard to remember a single compelling moment. He’s the human equivalent of a 280-yard drive down the middle—fine, but forgettable.

11. Mark Brooks

Mark Brooks of Fort Worth, Texas tees off at the the 10th hole during the first day of the Chubb Classic, Friday, Feb. 14, 2020, at Lely Resort in Lely, Florida. Syndication Naples
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Mark Brooks played some solid golf in the ’90s, but trying to recall anything interesting he did or said is a losing battle. His presence blended into the background like a neutral-tone golf polo.

10. Brian Gay

Brian Gay plays his tee shot for the 15th hole during the first round of the 2024 KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship at Harbor Shores Golf Club on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Benton Harbor, MI.
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Brian Gay had the game, but the personality didn’t travel with it. He made a few waves, and his style never dared to color outside the lines.

9. Corey Pavin

Corey Pavin
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Corey Pavin could grind out pars with the best of them, but man, he made it look like hard labor. His play was deliberate, and his interviews didn’t exactly light up a room.

8. Russell Henley

May 31, 2025; Dublin, Ohio, USA; Russell Henley putts on the eighth green during the third round of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images
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Russell Henley has a technically sound swing and all the charisma of a beige wall. You’ll never hear anyone say, “I stayed up late to watch Henley play.”

7. Lucas Glover

Lucas Glover
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Lucas Glover has a U.S. Open win, but it somehow still felt like it came with the volume turned down. He’s been around forever, yet leaves barely a footprint in golf culture.

6. Jeff Maggert

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Jeff Maggert had a great short game and a short list of memorable moments. His vibe was quiet, his wardrobe was quiet, and honestly, the entire Maggert experience was just very, very quiet.

5. Robert Gamez

Mar 6, 2020; Orlando, Florida, USA; Robert Gamez hits driver on the 15th hole during the second round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational golf tournament at Bay Hill Club & Lodge. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-Imagn Images
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Robert Gamez had an electric start to his career and then settled into decades of background noise. The buzz faded fast, and so did the personality.

4. Kenny Perry

Kenny Perry putts on the fourth hole during the second round of the Kaulig Companies Championship at Firestone Country Club, Friday, July 12, 2024, in Akron, Ohio.
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Kenny Perry was beloved by fellow pros, but not because he ever brought fire to the broadcast. His down-home charm was pleasant, but his play rarely left you on the edge of your seat.

3. Tom Gillis

Tom Gillis of Lake Orion, Michigan, tees off at the 10th hole during the first day of the Chubb Classic, Friday, Feb. 14, 2020, at Lely Resort in Lely, Florida. Ndn 0213 Ja Chubb Classic 088
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Tom Gillis looked like someone who accidentally wandered into a PGA Tour event while looking for a teaching gig. He played fine, but his style and energy could barely ruffle a gallery flag.

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2. Jim Furyk

Jim Furyk
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Jim Furyk had a funky swing and a snoozy delivery. He could shoot a 59 and still make it sound like he was reading a thermostat manual.

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1. Ben Crane

Jun 30, 2022; Silvis, Illinois, USA; Ben Crane of Portland Oregon hits his tee shot on the sixth hole during the first round of the John Deere Classic golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images
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Ben Crane might be the poster child for painfully slow play and painfully low energy. Watching him tee off was like waiting for paint to dry—and then watching the paint give a press conference about it.

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