The 2025 Peaky Tour season is stacked with storylines, pressure, and rivalries — both new and old. At the top of it all stands James Choy, the undisputed top dog coming off one of the most dominant seasons in league history. But a hungry field of challengers is right behind him, featuring major champions, breakout candidates, comeback stories, and promising rookies. From legends chasing grand slams to rookies with nothing to lose, this season has the makings of an all-timer. Here’s a look at the official Player of the Year Power Rankings, voted on by the players themselves, with one big question in mind: who’s taking home the 2025 Peaky Player of the Year Belt?
2025 Peaky Tour Power Rankings
1. James Choy – 9x Peaky Tour Winner, 3x Player of the Year (2020, 2021, 2024)
The undisputed #1, James, enters the season as the defending POY and the only player with a career grand slam. He won 3 of 4 majors in 2024 and added the Liberty Bell Match Play just for fun. With 9 total wins, he’s the most decorated player in Peaky Tour history — and he’s showing no signs of slowing down.
The smooth-swinging Sutherland has the lowest handicap on tour and already owns a major trophy. He finished runner-up last season and is ready to turn consistent top finishes into a breakout campaign. A big 2025 could put him in POY contention — and finally earn him a flag on the sim wall.
3. JT Peyton – 4x Peaky Tour Winner, 2023 Player of the Year
After winning POY in 2023, JT had a quieter 2024 but still captured the Keystone Classic. Now, he has one goal in mind: to win the Port Glasgow Championship and complete the career grand slam. His game is as solid as ever, and few players know how to win quite like JT.
4. Callum Sutherland – 2x Peaky Tour Winner, Multiple Major Titles
Callum already has multiple major titles, something most players would kill for. He finished 6th last year and continues to quietly rack up accolades. With the right run, he could be a dark horse POY candidate — and pull further ahead of his brothers in the household bragging rights battle.
5. Christopher Choy – 4x Peaky Tour Winner, 2022 Player of the Year
Chris has been in the thick of the race for years, and the only thing missing is a win at the Peaky Open, which would earn him a career grand slam of his own. A consistent threat at every major, don’t be surprised if he makes a serious push for his second POY title.
6. Keegan Mackey – Rookie, 2nd-most Creeslough Cup Points since 2022
Keegan enters his first season on tour with high expectations. He’s been a force in team events like the Creeslough Cup and has the kind of game that could translate immediately to stroke play success. If he gets hot early, he could be the next rookie to shake up the league.
7. Colin Drummond – 1x Peaky Tour Winner (2021 Liberty Bell Match Play)
Colin finished as second runner-up in 2024, and while he’s still chasing his first major, he’s shown he belongs at the top. Known for his steady game and competitive edge, a major breakthrough feels imminent — and it could be what launches him into the POY conversation.
8. Cameron Cleary – 3x Peaky Tour Winner
Cam finished 4th last year and is always dangerous when healthy, but the question now is whether his leg will heal in time. If he's back in form, he could contend at any major and reclaim his spot in the Tour's elite.
9. JP Petrucci – 1x Peaky Tour Winner (2024 Peaky Open Champion)
JP took a huge step forward last season, winning the Peaky Open for his first career major. With that confidence boost, he’s looking to carry his momentum into 2025 and prove he’s no one-hit wonder.
10. Eric Stengel – 1x Peaky Tour Winner (2022 Liberty Bell Match Play)
Eric's only win came in match play, but with his wedding this year, there’s extra motivation to make 2025 his best season yet. If he finds his rhythm early, he could finally grab that elusive major win.
11. Tom Roche – 1x Peaky Tour Winner (2023 Keystone Classic Champion)
Tom is steady, experienced, and just dangerous enough to make a move. He finished 8th in 2024 and has what it takes to get back into the top five — or sneak away with another trophy.
12. Aidan Peyton – 5x Peaky Tour Winner, Career Grand Slam in Sight
Aidan hit rock bottom last year, finishing last and earning a one-round caddie duty for James as punishment. But he’s still a 5-time winner, and if he can win the Peaky Masters, he’ll join the exclusive grand slam club. Don’t count him out — redemption arcs run deep in this league.
13. Sam Trauger – Rookie, 2.5 Creeslough Cup Points
A quiet threat entering the field, Sam has Creeslough Cup experience and a 2-3-1 record to prove it. If the Takomo irons finally come out to play, he could make a surprise run.
14. Ciaran Sutherland – Still Seeking First Tour Win
Ciaran has been putting in serious sim work all winter and is hungry for his first win. After finishing 10th last season, he’s trending upward — could 2025 be the year he joins the winner’s circle?
Liam hasn’t been in top form since his 2021 win, but a few strong rounds could spark a bounce-back. He finished 11th last year and will need consistency to climb the ranks.
16. Ian Choy – 3x Peaky Tour Winner, 2021 Peaky Masters Champ
A past major winner, Ian has shown flashes of brilliance but struggled in 2024 after missing 2 events. If he can rediscover his 2021 form, he’s more than capable of returning to contention.
As the new season kicks off, legacies will be tested, rivalries renewed, and fresh storylines written with every swing. Some players are chasing redemption, others are aiming for their first taste of glory, and a select few are eyeing history. With every event carrying weight in the Player of the Year race, the margin for error is razor-thin. Expect drama, momentum shifts, and at least one unexpected breakthrough—because on the Peaky Tour, greatness isn’t given, it’s earned.
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