History of Jake Knapp in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 10, 2026

Jake Knapp is an American professional golfer. He competes in professional golf tournaments, aiming to achieve success in the sport.

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1983: PGA record set

In 1983, the PGA record was set for fewest fairways hit in a final round by a winner

May 31, 1994: Jacob Knapp born

On May 31, 1994, Jacob Richard Knapp was born in Costa Mesa, California.

2015: Qualified for U.S. Open

In 2015, Jacob Knapp qualified for the U.S. Open as an amateur golfer, marking an early milestone in his career.

2016: Turned Professional

In 2016, Jacob Knapp officially transitioned into professional golf, starting his journey on the PGA Tour Canada.

2019: PGA Tour Canada

In 2019, Jacob Knapp was active on the PGA Tour Canada.

2020: Korn Ferry Tour

In 2020, Jacob Knapp was active on the Korn Ferry Tour.

2021: Korn Ferry Tour

In 2021, Jacob Knapp was active on the Korn Ferry Tour.

2022: PGA Tour Canada

In 2022, Jacob Knapp was active on the PGA Tour Canada.

2023: Korn Ferry Tour

In 2023, Jacob Knapp played on the Korn Ferry Tour and secured his PGA Tour card for the following year.

February 2024: Won Mexican Open

In February 2024, Jacob Knapp achieved his first PGA Tour victory by winning the Mexican Open, despite hitting only two fairways in the final round.

2024: Earned PGA Tour card

In 2024, Jacob Knapp earned his PGA Tour card by finishing 13th on the Korn Ferry Tour points list in 2023, marking a significant achievement in his professional career.

February 2025: Shot a 59 at Cognizant Classic

In February 2025, at the Cognizant Classic, Jacob Knapp shot a remarkable 59 in the first round, becoming part of the exclusive group with a sub-60 round in PGA Tour history.