Brooks Koepka, a well-known figure in the world of golf, has had his fair share of near-misses at the Augusta National, one of the most prestigious golf tournaments. Despite coming tantalizingly close to donning the esteemed green jacket twice in his career, the West Palm Beach native has yet to clinch the win. His two most notable attempts ended in a tie for the second position – first in 2019, where he was matched with Dustin Johnson and Xander Schauffele, and could not outrun the Tiger, and then in 2023, when he was bested by Jon Rahm, another LIV Golf pro, and Phil Mickelson, by a margin of four strokes.
Koepka’s illustrious career has seen him claim victory at various major tournaments, with the Masters Tournament and the Open Championship being the only ones that continue to elude him. This, however, does not dampen the spirits of his wife, Jena Sims Koepka, who has been a constant pillar of support, cheering him on from the greens.
The bond between the couple is evident in the fact that Jena Sims Koepka has accompanied her husband at every major step in his career since their marriage. It was no different at the 2024 Masters Tournament, where she, along with their son Crew Sims Koepka, was present at the Augusta National. Her Instagram stories give a glimpse of the family’s excitement at the event and hint at her anticipated presence when Koepka takes his tenth shot at the tournament in Georgia.
Photos of Jena and Crew cheering on Koepka at Augusta National were re-shared by Jena on her Instagram stories, originally posted by @melissagritterphoto. The pictures, one captioned “Can’t wait !!!!” and the other simply with “And this one…”, are a testament to the family’s enthusiasm and anticipation for the upcoming event.
Koepka’s journey towards the 2025 Masters Tournament is laden with challenges. His recent claims of being superior to fellow golfers Scottie Scheffler, Jon Rahm, and Phil Mickelson – with the exception of Tiger Woods – have added to the pressure of the competition. The question that stands is whether Koepka can turn these claims into a reality on the greens.
Koepka’s performance has been under the scanner lately, with his form witnessing a slump. Once a formidable figure in international golf, his transfer to LIV Golf has seen a drop in his performance. His 2024 performance saw him finishing at T45, 9-over par 293, tied with Jon Rahm. Rahm’s inability to defend the title was surprising, but Koepka’s lackluster performance was somewhat anticipated by fans.
Scottie Scheffler, on the other hand, is unlikely to relinquish the title without a fight, given his aspirations to carve his own legacy in the history of the sport. Despite the audacity of comparing himself with Woods, Scheffler’s ambition to consistently win titles seems more feasible than Koepka’s claims.
As the anticipation for the 2025 Masters Tournament builds, it remains to be seen whether Jena Sims and Crew will witness another emotional roller-coaster, or whether Koepka will finally break the jinx. Will Augusta National bring disappointment or delight for the Koepka family this year? Feel free to share your thoughts and predictions in the comments section below.