Bradley's technique is part of a broader trend on the PGA Tour, as other golfers like Jordan Spieth, Louis Oosthuizen, and Tony Finau have also begun to adopt heads-up putting methods.

During the final round of the Travelers Championship on June 22, 2025, Keegan Bradley seized the opportunity to win against Tommy Fleetwood, who stumbled with a bogey.

This heads-up putting style aligns with research from golf biomechanics expert Sasho Mackenzie, indicating that experienced golfers perform better when using a far target visual focus strategy.

Despite currently ranking 111th on the PGA Tour for putts from 4 to 8 feet with a make rate of 66.67%, Bradley remains confident in the effectiveness of his innovative putting method.

In a unique approach, Bradley executed a 6-foot putt by focusing on the hole rather than the ball, a technique he has been refining for short distances this season.

Bradley has consistently ranked high in the PGA Tour's unofficial category of Strokes Gained: Grit, a testament to his challenging upbringing in New England and his competitive early career.

Drawing inspiration from basketball, Bradley recalls Michael Jordan's advice about focusing on the hoop during free throws, which has influenced his approach to improving his putting.