Keegan Bradley adds to Mountain West legend with BMW Championship win

Keegan Bradley secured his seventh PGA TOUR victory by winning the BMW Championship at Castle Pines Golf Club in Castle Rock, Colorado. Bradley's victory was a remarkable achievement, considering he barely made it into the tournament as the last man in the field. The win catapulted him from 50th to 4th in the FedExCup standings, ensuring his spot in the upcoming TOUR Championship.

Bradley's triumph was a testament to his resilience and skill, especially under challenging conditions at altitude. A key moment in his final round was a flawless 5-iron shot on the par-5 17th hole, which he described as one of the purest shots he's ever hit. This shot set up an easy birdie, giving him a crucial two-shot lead heading into the final hole.

Despite a three-putt bogey on the last hole, Bradley managed to clinch the victory by one stroke. His father, Mark Bradley, who had never witnessed one of his son's victories in person until this moment, was there to share in the emotional win. The victory is particularly meaningful for Bradley, who has deep ties to the Mountain West, having spent summers in Wyoming during his college years and earning a place in the Wyoming State Golf Association Hall of Fame.

This win also reignites Bradley's hopes of being selected for the U.S. Presidents Cup and Ryder Cup teams, adding another chapter to his already storied career. As Bradley himself said, he still feels like he's in the prime of his career, and this victory is proof of that.