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Justin Thomas

American professional golfer on PGA Tour

Justin Louis Thomas, born on April 29, 1993, is a former World Number One golfer. He won five PGA Tour events in 2017, including the FedEx Cup. Thomas has claimed two major championships, the PGA Championship in 2017 and 2022. In May 2018, he reached the top of the Official World Golf Ranking.

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Timeline

1962
Paul Thomas playing in the 1962 U.S. Open at Oakmont
Justin Thomas' grandfather, Paul Thomas, participated in the 1962 U.S. Open at Oakmont. This event showcases the family's deep-rooted connection to golf and their involvement in the sport at a competitive level.
1990
Justin Thomas Starts Playing Golf at Two Years Old
Justin Thomas began playing golf at the age of two, learning various aspects of the game. His time on the course, where his parents worked, instilled in him values such as responsibility, passion, ethics, camaraderie, and hard work.
1993-04-29
Birth of Justin Thomas
Justin Thomas, also known as Justin Louis Thomas, was born on April 29, 1993, in Louisville, Kentucky, U.S.
2000-08
Inspiration from Tiger Woods' win at the 2000 PGA
Justin Thomas was inspired to pursue a career in golf after attending Tiger Woods' victory at the 2000 PGA at Valhalla when he was 7 years old. He credits this experience as a major influence on his decision to join the PGA Tour.
2009
Wyndham Championship
In 2009, Justin Thomas played in the Wyndham Championship and became the third youngest golfer to make the cut at a PGA Tour event at the age of 16 years, 3 months, and 24 days.
2010
Justin Thomas finishes as runner-up in the U.S. Junior Amateur
In 2010, Justin Thomas achieved the runner-up position in the U.S. Junior Amateur tournament, narrowly missing the title to Jim Liu. This experience further fueled his determination to excel in the sport at a young age.
2012
Justin Thomas wins the Haskins Award at the University of Alabama
In 2012, Justin Thomas received the prestigious Haskins Award as the top collegiate golfer while representing the University of Alabama. This recognition highlighted his exceptional talent and dedication to the sport during his collegiate career.
2013
Justin Thomas helps University of Alabama win NCAA championship
In 2013, Justin Thomas played a pivotal role in leading the University of Alabama to victory in the NCAA championship. His contribution to the team's success showcased his skills and leadership on the collegiate level.
2014-09-14
First professional win at Nationwide Children's Hospital Championship
On September 14, 2014, Justin Thomas won his first professional event at the Nationwide Children's Hospital Championship.
2015-11-01
First PGA Tour victory at CIMB Classic
On November 1, 2015, Justin Thomas earned his first victory on the PGA Tour by winning the CIMB Classic in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
2016-10
Thomas defends title at CIMB Classic
In October 2016, Justin Thomas successfully defended his title at the CIMB Classic, marking his second tour win.
2017-01-12
Justin Thomas shoots a 59 at the Sony Open
In 2017, Justin Thomas made history by shooting a 59 at the Sony Open, becoming the youngest player to ever achieve this feat. He sealed the remarkable round with an eagle on the final hole.
2017-06-17
Justin Thomas' US Open Record-Equalling 63
During the 2017 US Open at Erin Hills, Justin Thomas scored a record-equaling 63 in the third round, a significant achievement in his career.
2017-08-13
Justin Thomas' PGA Championship Victory
Justin Thomas, the son of a PGA professional, won his first major championship by defeating Francesco Molinari, Louis Oosthuizen, and Patrick Reed by two strokes at the 2017 PGA Championship held at Quail Hollow.
2018-02
Justin Thomas wins The Honda Classic
In February 2018, Justin Thomas claimed victory at The Honda Classic in Florida by birdieing the final hole of regulation play to force a playoff with Luke List. Thomas eventually won the tournament by making another birdie on the first extra hole, securing his eighth win on tour.
2018-03
WGC-Match Play Semi-finals
In March 2018, Justin Thomas was defeated 3 & 2 by Bubba Watson in the semi-finals of the WGC-Match Play tournament.
2018-05
2018 Players Championship
After the 2018 Players Championship, Justin Thomas became the world number one golfer, replacing Dustin Johnson.
2018-09
2018 Ryder Cup
In September 2018, Justin Thomas qualified for the U.S. team in the 2018 Ryder Cup. Despite the U.S. team's loss to Europe, Thomas performed well with a 4–1–0 record, including a singles match victory against Rory McIlroy.
2018-10
Loss of World Number One Ranking
Justin Thomas lost his world number one ranking after four weeks when Dustin Johnson won the FedEx St. Jude Classic.
2019-10-20
Thomas wins CJ Cup in South Korea
On October 20, 2019, Justin Thomas secured victory at the CJ Cup held in South Korea, marking his second win in the tournament's three-year history.
2020-01-05
Thomas wins Sentry Tournament of Champions
On January 5, 2020, Justin Thomas clinched the victory at the Sentry Tournament of Champions in Maui, Hawaii for the second time, triumphing in a playoff against Xander Schauffele and Patrick Reed.
2020-08-02
Thomas wins WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational
August 2, 2020, saw Justin Thomas emerge victorious at the WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational in Tennessee, securing his 13th career victory on the PGA Tour and reaching the Number One spot in the Official World Golf Ranking for the second time.
2021-01-09
Controversy at Sentry Tournament of Champions
On January 9, 2021, during the third round of the Sentry Tournament of Champions in Hawaii, Thomas faced criticism for using a homophobic slur. This led to sponsors like Ralph Lauren and Woodford Reserve ending their relationships with him.
2022-05-22
Second PGA Championship Victory
On May 22, 2022, Justin Thomas won his second major and second PGA Championship, defeating Will Zalatoris in a playoff, overcoming a PGA Championship record 7-shot deficit entering the day.
2022-12-31
Justin Thomas' Exempt Status
Justin Thomas is exempt from certain golf tournament qualifications until December 31, 2022, due to winning the PGA Championship or U.S. Open in the past five seasons.
2023-05
Justin Thomas' estimated net worth in May 2023
As of May 2023, Justin Thomas' estimated net worth is around $60 million, attributed to his career earnings and various sponsorship deals. This showcases his financial success in the golfing industry.
2023-09
2023 Ryder Cup Participation
In September 2023, Justin Thomas played on the U.S. team in the 2023 Ryder Cup at Marco Simone Golf and Country Club in Guidonia, Rome, Italy. The European team won 16.5–11.5 and Thomas went 1–2–1 including a win in his Sunday singles match against Sepp Straka.
2023-11
Thomas competes in Netflix Cup
In November 2023, Thomas competed in the inaugural Netflix Cup, streamed as Netflix's first live sports broadcast. He played as a team with Formula 1 driver Carlos Sainz Jr. and won the event after a playoff.
2024-04-03
Justin Thomas splits with caddie Jim 'Bones' Mackay
Justin Thomas parted ways with his caddie Jim 'Bones' Mackay before the Masters.
End of the Timeline
Justin Thomas

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