Chris Gotterup Wins Waste Management Phoenix Open with Iconic Social Media Tradition

PGA Tour star explains the origins of his viral post-win celebration

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Chris Gotterup won the Waste Management Phoenix Open this past weekend, defeating Hideki Matsuyama in a playoff. After the victory, Gotterup continued his tradition of posting a viral meme on social media, this time featuring a high school football coach saying "Bring Me My Money." Gotterup explained that the meme originated during his college days, when he would send it to his team after wins, and the coaches loved it.

Why it matters

Gotterup's unique post-win celebration has become a signature part of his brand on the PGA Tour. The viral meme resonates with fans and helps build Gotterup's personality and following in the sport. Additionally, the Waste Management Phoenix Open is one of the most high-profile events on the PGA Tour calendar, making Gotterup's victory all the more significant.

The details

Gotterup shot a 7-under 64 in the final round to catch Matsuyama, who had a late stumble with a tee shot into the water on the 18th hole. The two players then went to a playoff, where Gotterup prevailed with a long birdie putt on the first extra hole. Matsuyama faced some potential distractions down the stretch, including a fan yelling and a staff member dropping a chair as he was about to hit his shot.

  • Gotterup won the Waste Management Phoenix Open on February 9, 2026.
  • Gotterup also won the season-opening Sony Open in Hawaii earlier this year.

The players

Chris Gotterup

A rising star on the PGA Tour who has now won four career events, including the Waste Management Phoenix Open and the Sony Open in Hawaii.

Hideki Matsuyama

A veteran PGA Tour player who held the lead late in the final round of the Waste Management Phoenix Open before a late stumble.

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What they’re saying

“You never know what to expect. We went over to the first tee, hit a couple balls, were watching, and then all of a sudden you're out there on 18, and everyone is going nuts, and you're like, all right, this is it.”

— Chris Gotterup (clutchpoints.com)

“I wanted to avoid the playoff as much as I could, but I just hit a bad tee shot there in regulation at 18.”

— Hideki Matsuyama (clutchpoints.com)

What’s next

Gotterup will look to continue his strong play and build on this victory as the PGA Tour season continues. Matsuyama will aim to bounce back from the disappointment of this near-miss and try to capture another tournament win.

The takeaway

Chris Gotterup's unique post-win celebration has become a signature part of his brand on the PGA Tour, helping to build his personality and fan following in the sport. His victory at the high-profile Waste Management Phoenix Open further cements his status as one of the rising stars on tour.