By Ken Brown BBC Sport golf commentator

Raphael Jacquelin, 29, France
He has made steady improvements over the last two or three seasons, and played well in the Seve Trophy where he won all his matches.

He is a long hitter who strikes the ball well. And he's starting to putt more consistently. Could be set for his maiden victory.

Paul Casey, 26, England
Won twice last year and was brilliant from tee to green in his B&H victory at The Belfry.

He has the world at his feet, and if he can make marginal improvements in any of his departments he's a world beater.

He's got a nice smiley face and is a very confident player. Reminds me of Tony Jacklin when he burst onto the scene.

Fredrik Jacobson, 29, Sweden
Had an incredible season, winning three times after missing six weeks with a broken thumb.

Has a slightly unusual technique but is a very consistent striker of the ball.

He hits it on the same trajectory on every shot and has grooved his idiosyncratic swing very well. Might be a dark horse for a major win.

Justin Rose, 23, England
Will be a little disappointed he didn't win this season but it will go down as a learning year.

He played a bit in America and his highlight was fifth at the US Open, all good experience which could prove beneficial for the coming season.

Must improve consistency in his putting. It will be interesting to see how he moves on in his career.

Charl Schwartzel, 19, South Africa
Enjoyed his rookie season this year and kept his card quite comfortably, one of the youngest players ever to get card a European Tour card.

He's a skinny little boy, and looks like a schoolboy, but pound-for-pound he's one of the longest hitters.

He's extremely talented and might come blistering through next season.