History of Jake Knapp in Timeline

Jacob Richard Knapp, known as Jake Knapp, is an American professional golfer. He competes in professional golf tournaments and earns income through winnings and endorsements.

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1983: PGA Tour Player

In 1983, Jacob Knapp became the first PGA Tour player since 1983 to hit two or fewer fairways in his final round and win.

May 31, 1994: Jacob Knapp's Birth

On May 31, 1994, Jacob Richard Knapp was born.

2015: Qualified for U.S. Open

In 2015, Jacob Knapp qualified for the U.S. Open as an amateur golfer.

2016: Turned Professional

In 2016, Jacob Knapp became a professional golfer and started playing on the PGA Tour Canada.

2019: PGA Tour Canada

In 2019, Jacob Knapp played on the PGA Tour Canada.

2020: Korn Ferry Tour

In 2020, Jacob Knapp played on the Korn Ferry Tour.

2021: Korn Ferry Tour

In 2021, Jacob Knapp played on the Korn Ferry Tour.

2022: PGA Tour Canada

In 2022, Jacob Knapp played on the PGA Tour Canada.

2023: Korn Ferry Tour and PGA Tour Card

In 2023, Jacob Knapp played on the Korn Ferry Tour and earned his 2024 PGA Tour card by finishing 13th on the Korn Ferry Tour points list.

February 2024: Won Mexican Open

In February 2024, Jacob Knapp secured his first PGA Tour victory at the Mexican Open. He won despite hitting just two fairways in the final round.

2024: Earned PGA Tour card

Jacob Knapp earned his PGA Tour card in 2024.

February 2025: Cognizant Classic First Round

In February 2025, at the Cognizant Classic, Jacob Knapp shot a 59 in the first round, marking the 15th sub-60 round in PGA Tour history.

September 26, 2025: Death of Makena White

On September 26, 2025, Jacob Knapp's girlfriend, Makena White, passed away.

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