History of Justin Rose in Timeline

Justin Rose is a professional golfer from England, competing on both the European and PGA Tours. Notably, he achieved the world number one ranking in the Official World Golf Ranking in 2018. His career highlights include major championship wins and consistent performance at the highest levels of the sport.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1942: Ben Hogan loses Masters playoff

In 1942, Ben Hogan also lost in the Masters playoff.

1954: Ben Hogan loses Masters playoff

In 1954, Ben Hogan also lost in the Masters playoff.

1970: Tony Jacklin Won the U.S. Open

In 1970, Tony Jacklin won the U.S. Open, preceding Justin Rose's victory in 2013 as the last Englishman to win the tournament.

1997: Played in the Walker Cup

In 1997, Justin Rose participated in the Walker Cup at the age of 17, representing a significant step in his early golfing career.

1998: Worldwide Prominence at the Open Championship

In 1998, Justin Rose gained worldwide prominence at the Open Championship, held at Royal Birkdale Golf Club, where he finished in a tie for fourth and won the silver medal for low amateur.

1998: Turned Professional After Open Championship Success

In 1998, Justin Rose turned professional the day after his successful performance at The Open Championship; however, he initially faced struggles, missing the cut in his first 21 consecutive events.

1998: Fourth Place Finish at The Open Championship

In 1998, Justin Rose, as an amateur, achieved prominence by finishing in fourth place at The Open Championship, marking a significant moment early in his career.

1999: Earned First European Tour Card

In 1999, Justin Rose earned his first European Tour card by finishing 4th at the qualifying school, marking a significant step in establishing his professional career.

2001: Consecutive Second-Place Finishes in South Africa

In 2001, Justin Rose started the season with consecutive second-place finishes in South Africa and ultimately finished in the top 40 on the Order of Merit, indicating improved performance.

2002: First European Tour Title

In 2002, Justin Rose secured his first European Tour title, marking a turning point after struggling during his initial years as a professional golfer.

2002: First Professional Win and Further Victories

In 2002, Justin Rose secured his first professional win at the Dunhill Championship in South Africa and achieved three more victories that year, marking a successful period in his career.

2003: Reached Number 33 in the Official World Golf Ranking

In 2003, Justin Rose reached number 33 in the Official World Golf Ranking, marking a significant milestone in his career and reflecting his improved performance.

2004: Played on PGA Tour and Maintained European Tour Membership

In 2004, Justin Rose primarily competed on the PGA Tour in America while also maintaining his membership on the European Tour, earning over a million dollars and keeping his tour card, despite slipping in world rankings.

2005: Decision to Focus on PGA Tour and Return to European Tour

In 2005, Justin Rose initially decided to focus on the PGA Tour but later reversed this decision and announced his intention to return to the European Tour, while also achieving his best result of the year at the Buick Championship.

September 2006: Led PGA Tour Tournament at Canadian Open

In September 2006, Justin Rose led a PGA Tour tournament for the first time at the Canadian Open, though he slipped in the final round. The Canadian Open is a major event in his professional career.

November 2006: Won Australian Masters

In November 2006, Justin Rose claimed his first title in four years by winning the Australian Masters, marking a significant victory after a period without a win. The Australian Masters is a major event in his professional career.

December 2006: Marriage to Kate Phillips

In December 2006, Justin Rose married his long-time girlfriend, Kate Phillips, who was a former international gymnast.

April 2007: Reached New World Ranking

In April 2007, Justin Rose surpassed his previous best world ranking by reaching number 26, following consistent performance including a top 5 finish at the Masters. The Masters is a major event in his professional career.

2007: Led the European Tour Order of Merit

In 2007, Justin Rose led the European Tour's Order of Merit, demonstrating his consistent performance and establishing himself as a top player on the tour.

2007: Achieved Top Twenty World Ranking and Won European Tour Order of Merit

In 2007, Justin Rose reached the top twenty in the World Rankings for the first time, became the top-ranked British golfer, and won the European Tour Order of Merit, marking a successful year. The BMW PGA Championship, Volvo Masters and European Tour are major events in his professional career.

February 2009: Birth of First Child

In February 2009, Kate Phillips gave birth to their first child, a son.

2009: Began Coaching with Sean Foley

In 2009, Justin Rose began being coached by Canadian golf instructor Sean Foley, a development that may have influenced his subsequent career.

2009: HSBC Champions becomes a WGC event

In 2009, the HSBC Champions became a WGC event.

2010: Victory at the Memorial Tournament and Win at AT&T National

In 2010, Justin Rose won the Memorial Tournament in Ohio, securing his first win on American soil, and later that year, he won the AT&T National, marking a successful period. The Honda Classic, U.S. Open, Travelers Championship and AT&T National are major events in his professional career.

September 2011: Won BMW Championship

In September 2011, Justin Rose won the BMW Championship at Cog Hill Golf & Country Club, securing a two-stroke victory over John Senden. The Transitions Championship and BMW Championship are major events in his professional career.

January 2012: Birth of Daughter

In January 2012, Justin Rose and Kate Phillips had a daughter.

October 2012: Won Turkish Airlines World Golf Final

On October 12, 2012, Justin Rose won the 8-man Turkish Airlines World Golf Final, defeating Lee Westwood by a single stroke. He also defeated Tiger Woods in the semi-final. The WGC-Cadillac Championship and Ryder Cup are major events in his professional career.

March 2013: Finished Second at Arnold Palmer Invitational

In March 2013, Justin Rose finished second to Tiger Woods at the Arnold Palmer Invitational and achieved a career-high of third in the world rankings, marking a significant achievement in his career.

June 2013: Won the U.S. Open

In June 2013, Justin Rose won the U.S. Open, becoming the first Englishman since 1970 to win the tournament. He finished two strokes ahead of Phil Mickelson and Jason Day. The U.S. Open is a major event in his professional career.

2013: First Major Championship at the U.S. Open

In 2013, Justin Rose claimed his first major championship at the U.S. Open, a significant milestone in his career and a testament to his growing success.

June 2014: Won Quicken Loans National and Aberdeen Asset Management Scottish Open

In June 2014, Justin Rose won the Quicken Loans National and two weeks later, he also won the Aberdeen Asset Management Scottish Open, marking a successful period. The Ryder Cup and Masters Tournament are major events in his professional career.

2015: Results not in chronological order before 2015

Before 2015, Justin Rose's results were not in chronological order.

2015: Runner-up at the Masters Tournament

In 2015, Justin Rose finished as runner-up at the Masters Tournament, showcasing his competitive performance in a major championship.

2015: Finished Second at the Masters Tournament and Won Zurich Classic of New Orleans and UBS Hong Kong Open

In 2015, Justin Rose tied for second at the Masters Tournament, won his seventh PGA Tour tournament at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans, and won the UBS Hong Kong Open on the European Tour. The Masters Tournament, Zurich Classic of New Orleans and UBS Hong Kong Open are major events in his professional career.

2016: Gold Medal at the Summer Olympics

In 2016, Justin Rose achieved a significant victory by earning a gold medal at the Summer Olympics, further solidifying his status as a world-class golfer.

April 2017: Co-led at the Masters and Lost in Playoff

In April 2017, Justin Rose co-led through 54 holes at the Masters after a third-round 67 but ultimately lost to Sergio García in a sudden-death playoff. The WGC-HSBC Champions, Turkish Airlines Open and Indonesian Masters are major events in his professional career.

December 2017: Hosting the British Masters

In December 2017, it was announced that Justin Rose would host the 2018 British Masters, choosing Walton Heath Golf Club as the venue. The British Masters, WGC-HSBC Champions, Turkish Airlines Open and Indonesian Masters are major events in his professional career.

2017: Runner-up at the Masters Tournament

In 2017, Justin Rose finished as runner-up at the Masters Tournament, demonstrating his consistent competitiveness in major championships.

May 2018: Won Fort Worth Invitational

In May 2018, Justin Rose won the Fort Worth Invitational on the PGA Tour, adding another victory to his career. The Dell Technologies Championship, BMW Championship, Tour Championship, Ryder Cup and Turkish Airlines Open are major events in his professional career.

September 2018: Reached World Number One and Won FedEx Cup

In September 2018, Justin Rose achieved high finishes in two FedEx Cup Playoffs events, reaching World Number One in the Official World Golf Ranking and winning the season-long FedEx Cup. The Dell Technologies Championship, BMW Championship, Tour Championship, Ryder Cup and Turkish Airlines Open are major events in his professional career.

November 2018: Defended Title at Turkish Airlines Open

On November 4, 2018, Justin Rose successfully defended his title at the Turkish Airlines Open with a playoff victory, regaining the World Number One ranking. The Dell Technologies Championship, BMW Championship, Tour Championship, Ryder Cup and Turkish Airlines Open are major events in his professional career.

2018: Runner-up at The Open Championship

In 2018, Justin Rose finished as runner-up at The Open Championship, marking another strong performance in a major tournament.

2018: Reached World Number One

In 2018, Justin Rose reached the number one position in the Official World Golf Ranking for the first time in his career, a significant milestone in his professional golfing journey.

2018: Hosting the British Masters

In 2018, Justin Rose would host the British Masters, choosing Walton Heath Golf Club as the venue. The British Masters, WGC-HSBC Champions, Turkish Airlines Open and Indonesian Masters are major events in his professional career.

January 2019: Farmers Insurance Open win and Sponsor Changes

In January 2019, Justin Rose won the Farmers Insurance Open on the PGA Tour and announced new sponsors. He switched from TaylorMade Golf to Honma in a 10-club deal and transitioned from Adidas to Bonobos for his clothing.

May 2020: Cancellation of Honma Deal

In May 2020, Justin Rose's deal with Honma was cancelled after he dropped from #1 to #14 in the world rankings.

2020: Results not in chronological order in 2020

In 2020, Justin Rose's results were not in chronological order.

2022: Championship and Invitational were discontinued from 2022

From 2022 onwards, the Championship and Invitational were discontinued.

February 2023: AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am Victory

In February 2023, Justin Rose won the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, ending a four-year winless streak. He won by three shots with a final-round score of 66.

September 2023: 2023 Ryder Cup

In September 2023, Justin Rose played on the European team in the 2023 Ryder Cup held in Italy. The European team won the Ryder Cup, and Rose's individual record was 1 win, 1 loss, and 1 tie.