June 2025 (Oakmont, PA) – Former World No. 1 and two-time major champion Dustin Johnson has unveiled a definitive retirement timeline, confirming he intends to continue competing professionally for six more years before retiring—and then… go fishing.
At age 40, Johnson, who joined LIV Golf in 2022, has confronted a noticeable decline in form. He’s missed the cut in five of his last seven major championships and has failed to place in the top three in any of his last 20 LIV Golf events. Despite this slump, he remains convinced that his peak form is within reach, citing a top‑10 finish at LIV Virginia as a sign of resurgence: “I feel like my game’s been really close… it was nice to have a nice finish last week.”
Speaking to the press ahead of the U.S. Open at Oakmont—where he previously won his first major title in 2016—Johnson stated plainly: “I think I’ve got another six years in me. I can grind for another six years. And then I’m going fishing.”
A Career at a Crossroads
Johnson’s career includes two major victories: the 2016 U.S. Open at Oakmont and the 2020 Masters Tournament. He boasts 31 professional wins—including three on LIV Golf—and more than 130 weeks ranked as world No. 1.
Yet a growing chorus of critics argues he has underwhelmed since joining the LIV circuit. Following a dismal PGA Championship showing—where he posted 12 over par across two rounds—some pundits urged that Johnson should retire sooner rather than later.
What’s Next: A Six-Year Run, Then “Fishing”
Johnson’s retirement timeline extends through 2031, at which point he will be 47 years old. That six-year horizon appears both a nod to his championship-winning resilience and an acceptance of the winding down phase of an elite career.
He clearly sees “grinding” through the next six seasons as part of his process—not merely hanging in there, but aiming to recapture competitive form. The mention of “then I’m going fishing” speaks to his post‑golf plan, hinting at a calmer life away from the tour spotlight.
Implications of Johnson’s Timeline
• LIV Golf Impact: Johnson’s struggles spotlight broader concerns about LIV’s format—54-hole tournaments and limited competition structure. Critics argue it may negatively affect player rhythm in majors.
• Legacy Considerations: While his major wins secure his place among golf’s elite, Johnson’s recent drought poses questions about how his final years on tour will shape his legacy.
• Mental Reset: Fishing may offer Johnson the peaceful contrast needed after decades of high-stakes competition—a transition fans and observers now have on record.
In Summary
As of June 2025, Dustin Johnson has publicly confirmed a six-year countdown to retirement. Despite a stretch of disappointing results in majors and LIV Golf, he retains confidence in his ability to compete and plans to bow out of professional golf in 2031, at which point he intends to “go fishing.” Whether this signals a final run at redemption or a graceful exit strategy, DJ has drawn a clear timeline—for himself and fans alike.
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