Adam Scott (golfer)'s Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Adam Scott (golfer). Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Adam Scott is an Australian professional golfer renowned for his successful career on the PGA Tour. A former world number one, Scott's most significant achievement is winning the 2013 Masters Tournament, marking his sole major championship victory. He is known for his elegant swing and consistent performance, making him a prominent figure in the world of professional golf.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2013: Scott Wins 2013 Masters Tournament

In 2013, Adam Scott won the Masters Tournament after a sudden-death playoff against Ángel Cabrera. Scott birdied the 18th hole to initially take the lead, but Cabrera matched him, leading to the playoff. On the second playoff hole, Scott secured his first major championship with a 12-foot birdie putt, marking the first time an Australian had won the Masters.

March 2014: Ties Course Record at Bay Hill

In March 2014, Adam Scott tied the course record at Bay Hill Club & Lodge with a 10-under-par 62 during the first round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational. He ultimately finished third in the tournament.

May 2014: Adam Scott Becomes World Number One

On May 19, 2014, Adam Scott became the World's #1 ranked golfer, the second Australian to achieve this since Greg Norman in 1998. He strengthened his ranking by winning the Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial a week later.

February 2016: Adam Scott Wins The Honda Classic

On February 28, 2016, Adam Scott won The Honda Classic, his 12th PGA Tour title, by one stroke over Sergio García. It was Scott's first win with a short putter since the 2010 Singapore Open, following the long putter ban. He also became the first player since Phil Mickelson at the 2009 Tour Championship to make a quadruple bogey on the weekend and still win the tournament.

2016: Scott Wins WGC-Cadillac Championship

In 2016, Adam Scott won the WGC-Cadillac Championship.

December 2019: Scott Wins Australian PGA Championship

In December 2019, Adam Scott won the Australian PGA Championship for the second time, marking his first victory since the 2016 WGC-Cadillac Championship.