David Feldberg Sets New Rating Record, But Can He Reach the Elusive 1050?

David Feldberg has finally achieved a goal he had been striving for - becoming the highest-rated disc golfer in history. His impressive rating of 1046, posted on March 29th, surpasses Ken Climo's record of 1044 set back in September 2002. Climo held the top personal rating since 1998, when he started with a 1032 average at the Cincinnati Worlds.

Feldberg had previously come close to breaking this record, tying Climo's 1044 last August. However, he wanted one extra point and has now achieved two more, solidifying his position as the highest-rated player. When asked about whether he thought he could reach this milestone, Feldberg replied, "I hoped I would like all players. I thought I had a chance posting four 1080+ rounds in my last 10. But I was surprised by the 1046."

Feldberg admitted that thinking about saving his rating motivated him during tough rounds and that he's been working hard to achieve this goal. He has had many rounds where he pushed himself to shoot at least a 1000 rating, which motivates him to stay focused.

In addition to Feldberg's achievement, Nikko Locastro also posted his highest rating ever, reaching 1043, while Ken Climo returned to 1040-land with a 1040. This marks the first time three players have shared ratings in the 1040s simultaneously. The top five personal ratings ever achieved are now: David Feldberg (1046), Ken Climo (1044), Nikko Locastro (1043), Jesper Lundmark (1041), and Darrell Nodland (1040).

Roger Smith, who manages the Access database work for disc golf ratings updates, has provided a new list of the 50 best rounds in each SSA range for men and women. This expanded update will be reviewed every five years, with the current top 10 updated periodically.

Feldberg's focus now shifts to reaching his overall goal of achieving a 1050 rating this year. While he acknowledges it will be challenging, he believes it is possible. Only seven players have ever reached the elite 1100 club, and Feldberg hopes to join them soon.

What are your ratings goals for this year?

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/he-made-it