Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Mackenzie Hughes

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 20, 2025

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Mackenzie Hughes made an impact.

Mackenzie Hughes is a Canadian professional golfer. He has competed on the PGA Tour, achieving multiple victories, showcasing his skills and dedication to the sport. Hughes represents Canada in international golf competitions. He is known for his putting and competitive spirit.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1996: Tim Herron won Honda Classic

In 1996, Tim Herron won Honda Classic. In November 2016, Mackenzie Hughes became the first rookie in over 20 years to win wire-to-wire.

2007: Mike Weir won Fry's Electronics Open

In 2007, Mike Weir won Fry's Electronics Open. In November 2016, Mackenzie Hughes became the first Canadian-born golfer to win a non-alternate event since Mike Weir.

2008: Team Canada National Squad Member

In 2008, Mackenzie Hughes was a member of Team Canada's National Squad.

2011: Ranked Number One Canadian Amateur

In 2011, Mackenzie Hughes was the number one Canadian Amateur and a member of Team Canada's National Squad.

2011: Canadian Amateur Championship Win

In 2011, Mackenzie Hughes won the Canadian Amateur Championship. He was also a member of Team Canada's National Squad in 2011.

2012: Turned Professional

In 2012, Mackenzie Hughes turned professional and played on the eGolf Professional Tour and PGA Tour Canada. He also played in the 2012 Canadian Open, but missed the cut.

2012: Team Canada National Squad Member

In 2012, Mackenzie Hughes was a member of Team Canada's National Squad.

2012: Second Canadian Amateur Championship Win

In 2012, Mackenzie Hughes won the Canadian Amateur Championship for the second time. He was also a member of Team Canada's National Squad in 2012.

June 2013: Qualified for U.S. Open

In June 2013, Mackenzie Hughes qualified for the U.S. Open after winning a playoff at his sectional qualifying site.

2013: Missed Cut in Canadian Open

In 2013, Mackenzie Hughes played in the Canadian Open but missed the cut.

2014: Web.com Tour card

In 2014, Mackenzie Hughes received a Web.com Tour card for being the money leader, and made seven cuts in twenty events.

2014: Nick Taylor won Sanderson Farms Championship

In 2014, Nick Taylor won Sanderson Farms Championship and Mackenzie Hughes became the first Canadian-born golfer to win on the PGA Tour since Nick Taylor.

2015: PGA Tour Canada

In 2015, Mackenzie Hughes spent the season on PGA Tour Canada and earned a Web.com Tour status for 2016 through Q School.

August 2016: Won Price Cutter Charity Championship

In August 2016, Mackenzie Hughes won the Price Cutter Charity Championship, which led to his graduation to the PGA Tour for the 2016–17 season.

November 2016: Won the RSM Classic

In November 2016, Mackenzie Hughes won the RSM Classic, becoming the first Canadian-born golfer to win on the PGA Tour since Nick Taylor in 2014 and the first to win a non-alternate event since Mike Weir in 2007. He was also the first rookie in over 20 years to win wire-to-wire.

2017: Finished 10th at AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am

In 2017, Mackenzie Hughes finished 10th at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, 16th at The Players Championship, and 13th at the Dell Technologies Championship.

March 2019: Finished Tied for Second

In March 2019, Mackenzie Hughes finished tied for second at the PGA Tour's Corales Puntacana Resort and Club Championship, losing by one stroke to Graeme McDowell.

March 2020: Finished Second at The Honda Classic

In March 2020, Mackenzie Hughes finished second at The Honda Classic, one stroke behind champion Im Sung-jae.

2021: Contention at U.S. Open and Open Championship

In 2021, Mackenzie Hughes held the lead after the third round at the U.S. Open but finished T15. He also finished T6 at the Open Championship, recording the best-ever finish for a Canadian at that tournament.