We haven't had a start to a professional career like this ever before.
Ludwig Aberg is a generational talent. It is easy for me to say but when you get all of his peers, plus former world number one and Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald saying it, you have to take note.
You also only have to look at his sensational stats so far.
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The Swede only turned pro at the Canadian Open in June after a standout collage and amateur career.
He has only played 14 tournaments as a professional. His record is two wins, five top 10s, four top 25s, three cuts and one missed cut - and, of course, there was also that winning Ryder Cup debut in Rome.
Aberg's stroke average for his first 50 rounds is 1.5 shots per round lower than Tiger Woods achieved almost 30 years ago.
He is the first player in a rookie season to win on both Tours and play Ryder Cup.
And he has shot the joint lowest 72 hole total (253 shots), the lowest 54 hole total (185) and the lowest final 36 hole total (122).
The hype around Tiger was real. He transcended the sport for more reasons than his golf - he broke down historically racial barriers - but it was his golf that set the pulses racing.
Aberg will never match that hype but maybe his golf in the short term can get us excited that we could be dealing with a different kind of superstar player.
His ability, physically, is unquestionable. But, to become a great, it takes temperament and an uncanny selfishness.
He seems to have the temperament. Only time will reveal if he has the other element that is required.
He is also very marketable and seems to have class in abundance.
The people around him will be key. His coach is 'lucky boy' Peter Hansen and he has been there and done it. Hansen is a former Ryder Cup player and was a serial winner on the European Tour, so that influence will be vital.
Remember, Rory McIlroy burst on the scene with much hype, yet it took him two years to win in Europe and three to win in the States.
So Aberg is miles ahead already.
It will be an exciting watch and, given the European dimension, that makes it all the more enjoyable.
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This year was a mixed bag for the Irish competitors on the men's Tour.
Rory McIlroy was the top performer yet again. He won his fifth money list in Europe and had a rock solid season, although once more without a major title success to put the cap on it.
He has resigned from the player board on the PGA Tour and hopefully that will help him win that elusive fifth major.
Seamus Power cemented his PGA Tour position but suffered a hip injury at the wrong time. He will be fit and ready to go in the new year.
Shane Lowry had his worst season since 2018 but did enjoy the euphoria of a Ryder Cup victory. He will be excited for 2024 and I expect him to hit the ground running.
Tom McKibbin had a breakout rookie season. His maiden victory at the European Open is a signal of his talent. The future is bright for our newest star.
Padraig Harrington continues to defy father time and will attempt to become the oldest winner in Europe next season. You wouldn't put it past him. More Senior success is in his future.
But then we have a big drop off to the next cohort - and 2024 has to be a huge year in terms of young stars emerging.
Conor Purcell is the best of the rest and hopefully can build on a great season on the Challenge Tour.
Mark Power is fresh to the pro ranks and will hopefully get good opportunities to showcase his potential.
John Murphy had a horrible time in his first full season and after a much needed break can hopefully recharge for the Challenge Tour.
The transition from top end amateur to the DP World Tour is something that needs looking at because other nations are producing similar amateurs but better professionals.
With six Irish entrants to the Tour School there were hopes of several joining the Tour ranks. None made it and it is a concern.
Maybe another year of learning is required but the talent there. Hopefully they can find the belief to make the next step.
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Leona Maguire is turning into a world star and winning a major title is a possibility for her next season.
She is the queen of the Solheim Cup and if she can transfer that energy to other top events then anything is possible.
Stephanie Meadow had another brilliant year on the LPGA, cementing her playing rights.
Lauren Walsh is an exciting talent coming through and Sara Byrne is one to watch at amateur level - 2024 could be huge for her.
Thanks for reading this year and I look forward to your company in 2024.
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