Adam Scott

At a glance

A modern Australian great

Scott turned professional in 2000 after playing college golf at UNLV. He has won across the PGA TOUR, DP World Tour and PGA Tour of Australasia.

• Born: July 16, 1980, Adelaide, Australia
• Turned professional: 2000
• PGA TOUR wins: 14
• Major championships: 1
• Former world No. 1
• Career PGA TOUR earnings: about $75 million

Current PGA TOUR profile lists him at age 46 and world No. 45.

Signature achievement

The 2013 Masters

Scott won the Masters at Augusta National in a dramatic playoff over Ángel Cabrera, becoming the first Australian man to win the green jacket. His long birdie putt on the 72nd hole remains one of the tournament’s defining moments.

• 2013 Masters champion
• First Australian Masters winner
• Runner-up: Ángel Cabrera
• Won with a regulation-length putter

His major breakthrough came at age 32.

Playing style

Power, tempo and long-iron control

Scott’s golf is built around a powerful but balanced swing, strong ball striking and a particularly polished long-iron game. At his best, he combines elite approach play with controlled driving and a calm presence.

• Fluid, repeatable swing
• Strong driver speed
• Excellent approach play from distance
• Comfortable in difficult wind and firm conditions

Recent PGA TOUR statistics continue to show approach play as a major strength.

Career milestones

From prodigy to veteran leader

Scott’s career has stretched across multiple generations of professional golf, from his breakthrough in the early 2000s to his continued presence in major championships.

A career defined by longevity as much as peak performance.

Notable wins

A global winner

His 14 PGA TOUR victories include major events and high-profile championships in the United States and internationally.

• 2013 Masters
• 2016 The Barclays
• 2016 WGC-Cadillac Championship
• 2006 Tour Championship
• 2004 THE PLAYERS Championship
• 2020 Genesis Invitational

He has also won major events in Australia, Europe and Asia.

Current form

Still competitive in 2026

Scott has remained a regular PGA TOUR contender rather than simply playing a farewell schedule. In 2026, he has recorded three top-10 finishes and ranks strongly in approach-related statistics.

• 2026 PGA TOUR starts: 20
• 2026 wins: 0
• 2026 top-10 finishes: 3
• 2026 scoring average: about 69.6
• 2026 approach ranking: inside the top 20

His long-term goal remains another major championship opportunity.

Equipment

A distinctive equipment identity

Scott has long been associated with Titleist equipment and is listed as playing a Titleist Pro V1 golf ball. He has also become closely associated with modern face-balanced and LAB Golf putter designs, though his exact club setup can change from event to event.

• Titleist Pro V1 golf ball
• Titleist equipment relationship
• Known for experimenting with long and face-balanced putters

Only the ball is listed here as currently verified.

Beyond the scorecard

A respected international figure

Scott has represented Australia in the Presidents Cup and Olympic golf, while also serving as one of the sport’s most recognizable ambassadors. His understated personality and classic swing have made him especially popular with traditional golf fans.

• Australian representative
• Presidents Cup competitor
• Olympian
• Former world No. 1

He is widely regarded as one of the game’s most aesthetically pleasing players.