Ewen Ferguson believes he is capable of competing for a place on the PGA Tour and has set his sights on bigger achievements in 2027 after putting an injury-hit spell behind him. The three-time DP World Tour winner states that improved fitness, greater strength, and a more consistent scoring game have provided encouragement ahead of the season finale in Dubai.
Improving Fitness and Consistency
Ferguson, making his fifth consecutive appearance at the tournament, admits his putting has prevented him from turning a solid season into a stronger challenge for tournament victories. However, after working hard to address the problem, he is confident his opportunity will come. As he explained, his game has been consistent this year with a lower scoring average than any other year, though his putting has not been good enough to get him in the mix to win. He noted that while that has been disappointing, he has worked on it extensively and hopes it comes together at a big event.
After suffering a series of injuries, Ferguson spent four months working closely with gym coach Kenny McKenzie and feels stronger than he has in some time. He stated that the pain has totally gone and he has experienced no real pain anywhere. By working hard in the gym and gaining weight correctly, he is hitting the ball further. He noticed this improvement while playing alongside Jon Rahm and Tommy Fleetwood last week, noting that he feels he can keep up with them much of the time. This improved physical condition allows him to prepare more effectively, and he now travels with a physiotherapist for 15 weeks of the year.
Ferguson also credits consistency and a calmer approach as important factors in his progress. When he hits bad shots on the course, he understands the reasons behind them and avoids panicking, adopting a more level-headed mindset that suits a golfer.
PGA Tour Ambitions and Ryder Cup Hopes
Ferguson maintains ambitions of reaching the Ryder Cup but acknowledges he needs larger results to boost his world ranking. He feels he can compete, though he admits he may not quite be at the level of playing those tournaments week in and week out right now. He expressed his desire to join the PGA Tour eventually and play alongside Bob MacIntyre and Sandy Scott. A strong performance in Dubai could boost his chances of securing a PGA Tour card, although he recognizes he will likely need a runner-up finish or a victory to achieve it. He described the goal as difficult due to the quality of the field, but noted he knows the course well, has performed well there previously, and can contend with good play.
Furthermore, Ferguson believes living in the Middle East has aided his development as a golfer. Initially finding the longer, more demanding regional courses daunting, he has learned the significance of course management and playing according to the conditions. Calum Hill and Grant Forrest are the other two Scots competing in the field this week, and Ferguson expressed delight that Marc Warren has earned his way back to the DP World Tour through the second-tier Challenge Tour. He praised Warren as an incredible golfer with one of the best swings on tour, adding that it is exciting to have him back.
