Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Keegan Bradley

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Keegan Bradley made an impact.

Keegan Bradley is a professional golfer on the PGA Tour with seven tour victories, including the 2011 PGA Championship. He is one of six golfers to win a major in his debut. Bradley was named PGA Tour Rookie of the Year in 2011 and has reached the top ten in the Official World Golf Ranking. He was also named the 2025 Team USA Ryder Cup captain.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2008: Turned Professional and Won on Hooters Tour

In 2008, Keegan Bradley turned professional and won at Southern Dunes on the NGA Hooters Tour in his fifth start.

2009: Second Hooters Tour Win

In 2009, Keegan Bradley won his second Hooters Tour event at the Texas Honing Open.

2010: Played on Nationwide Tour, Earned PGA Tour Card

In 2010, Keegan Bradley played on the Nationwide Tour, securing four consecutive top-five finishes and earning his PGA Tour card for 2011 by finishing 14th on the money list.

2011: Earned PGA Tour Card

In 2011, Keegan Bradley began competing on the PGA Tour, after earning his tour card in 2010.

2011: First PGA Tour Win at HP Byron Nelson Championship

In 2011, Keegan Bradley won his first PGA Tour event at the HP Byron Nelson Championship, defeating Ryan Palmer in a playoff. This victory gained him entry into the 2011 WGC-Bridgestone Invitational.

2011: Won 2011 PGA Championship

In 2011, Keegan Bradley won the PGA Championship after a dramatic final round and playoff against Jason Dufner. He became the first golfer to win a major using a long putter and moved to number 29 in the Official World Golf Ranking. He was also named PGA Tour Rookie of the Year in December.

2011: 2011 PGA Championship Win and Rookie of the Year

In 2011, Keegan Bradley won the PGA Championship, one of only six golfers to win in his major debut. He was also named the 2011 PGA Tour Rookie of the Year.

2011: Mickelson's Mentorship Credited for PGA Championship

Keegan Bradley credits Phil Mickelson for helping him win the 2011 PGA Championship.

2012: Playoff Loss and Top Finishes

In 2012, Keegan Bradley experienced both successes and setbacks, including a playoff loss at the Northern Trust Open and a T-8 finish at the WGC-Cadillac Championship. He also played in Europe for the first time at The Irish Open, missing the cut.

2012: Won 2012 WGC-Bridgestone Invitational

In 2012, Keegan Bradley won the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational by one stroke over Jim Furyk and Steve Stricker. This victory made him the 11th player to win both a major championship and a World Golf Championship, elevating him to 15th in the world rankings, and later to a career-high of 12th after finishing T3 at the PGA Championship. He also qualified for the 2012 Ryder Cup.

2013: Second-Place Finishes in 2013

In 2013, Keegan Bradley had two second-place finishes, one at the HP Byron Nelson Championship after shooting a course-record 60 in the first round, and another at the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational. He also was a member of the winning United States team at the Presidents Cup.

2014: Second Place at Arnold Palmer Invitational

In 2014, Keegan Bradley's highest finish was a second place at the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill. He also had six top-ten finishes and was a captain's pick for the Ryder Cup played in Scotland.

2015: Worst Season on PGA Tour

In 2015, Keegan Bradley had his worst season since joining the PGA Tour, with only three top-ten finishes and not representing the United States in a year-end international competition for the first time in four years.

2018: BMW Championship Victory

In 2018, Keegan Bradley won the BMW Championship, part of the FedEx Cup Playoffs. He subsequently qualified for the Tour Championship and finished 8th in the season-long FedEx Cup.

June 2019: Tied for Second at Travelers Championship

In June 2019, Keegan Bradley finished tied for second with Zack Sucher at the Travelers Championship, shooting -13 for the week. Chez Reavie won the tournament.