Professional golfer
Collin Morikawa
Collin Morikawa is an American professional golfer known for elite iron play, calm decision-making and unusually strong major-championship results early in his career. He won the 2020 PGA Championship and 2021 Open Championship, both in his first appearances at those events. As of the 2026 season, h
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AT A GLANCE
Quick facts
- Born
- February 6, 1997Los Angeles, California
- College
- University of California, BerkeleyCal Golden Bears
- Turned professional
- 2019
- PGA TOUR wins
- 7As of the 2026 season
- Major championships
- 22020 PGA Championship; 2021 Open Championship
- World ranking
- 11thCurrent 2026 ranking shown by PGA TOUR
THE STORY
What to know
At a glance
Who he is
Morikawa was born in Los Angeles, played college golf at California, and turned professional in 2019. He represents the United States and is associated with Los Angeles Golf Club.
Major record
Two majors before 25
He won the 2020 PGA Championship at TPC Harding Park and the 2021 Open Championship at Royal St George’s. Both victories came in his debut at those championships.
- 2020 PGA Championship — winner
- 2021 Open Championship — winner
Playing style
Elite approach play
Morikawa’s defining strength is his iron game. He controls trajectory exceptionally well, favors disciplined targets and tends to build scores through accurate approach shots rather than overpowering the course.
- Excellent distance control
- Strong long-iron performance
- Calm, repeatable pre-shot process
- Generally conservative course management
Career path
A remarkably fast rise
Morikawa won almost immediately after turning professional and quickly established himself as one of the game’s best young players.
Current form
Strong 2026 season
His 2026 campaign includes a victory at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, seven top-10 finishes and a current world ranking of 11th.
- AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am — win
- Masters Tournament — T7
- The Genesis Invitational — T7
- 2026 PGA TOUR top 10s — 7
Equipment
TaylorMade setup
Morikawa is a TaylorMade staff player. His current listed setup includes a Qi4D LS driver, P·7CB irons, a P·DHY utility iron, MG5 wedges, a Spider Tour X putter and TP5x golf balls.
CAREER & GOLF JOURNEY
Notable moments
Top amateur
Spent time ranked No. 1 in the World Amateur Golf Ranking.
Turns professional
Joined the professional ranks after a standout career at California.
First PGA TOUR win
Won the Barracuda Championship in his rookie season.
First major victory
Won the PGA Championship in only his second major start.
Second major victory
Won the Open Championship at Royal St George’s.
Returns to the winner’s circle
Won the Japan-based Baycurrent Classic.
RECENT FORM
Recent results and activity
| Event | Result | Date |
|---|---|---|
| AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am | Winner | 2026 |
| Masters Tournament | T7 | 2026 |
| The Genesis Invitational | T7 | 2026 |
| 2026 PGA TOUR season | 7 top-10 finishes | 2026 |
WHAT'S IN THE BAG
Equipment
- Driver
- TaylorMade Qi4D LS DriverOfficial WITB · 2026-10-14
- Fairway
- TaylorMade Qi4D Tour FairwayOfficial WITB · 2026-10-14
- Hybrid
- TaylorMade P·DHY Utility IronOfficial WITB · 2026-10-14
- Irons
- TaylorMade P·7CB IronsOfficial WITB · 2026-10-14
- Wedges
- TaylorMade MG5 Wedge and MG5 Tiger Woods Grind WedgeOfficial WITB · 2026-10-14
- Putter
- TaylorMade Spider Tour XOfficial WITB · 2026-10-14
- Ball
- TaylorMade TP5x Golf BallOfficial WITB · 2026-10-14
HH take
Why this profile is worth exploring
If you want to learn from Morikawa, watch his approach-shot routines: target selection, trajectory control and commitment are the real lessons—not simply copying his swing.