Michael Block's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 14, 2026

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Michael Block. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Michael Block is an American club professional golfer who gained widespread recognition at the 2023 PGA Championship. At 46 years old, he not only made the cut but also achieved a remarkable tie for 15th place, the best finish for a club professional in decades. His performance included a hole-in-one during the final round, further cementing his unexpected success. This top-15 finish earned him an automatic invitation to the following year's PGA Championship.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1974: Tommy Aycock's PGA Championship finish

In 1974, Tommy Aycock finished 11th at the PGA championship.

1986: Lonnie Nielsen's PGA Championship finish

In 1986, Lonnie Nielsen finished 11th at the PGA championship.

2001: California State Open win

In 2001, Michael Block won the California State Open.

2012: Southern California PGA Player of the Year

From 2012 to 2022, Michael Block won the Southern California PGA Player of the Year award nine out of ten years.

2014: PGA Professional National Championship

In 2014, Michael Block won the PGA Professional National Championship.

2014: PGA Professional Championship prize

In 2014, Michael Block's top check was $75,000 for winning the PGA Professional Championship.

2017: Southern California PGA Championship Win

In 2017, Michael Block won the Southern California PGA Championship.

2022: PGA Cup Win

In 2022, Michael Block played in the PGA Cup for the USA team, winning the competition.

2023: Making the cut at the PGA Championship

In 2023, Michael Block gained wider attention after making the cut at the PGA Championship, being the only club professional to do so. He tied for 15th place, earned $288,000, and won an automatic invitation to the 2024 PGA Championship. He also received a sponsor's exemption for the following week's Charles Schwab Challenge, where he finished last.

2023: Southern California PGA Championship Win

In 2023, Michael Block won the Southern California PGA Championship.

2023: Top 15 finish at PGA Championship

In 2023, at the age of 46, Michael Block gained attention after making the cut and finishing in the top 15 at the PGA Championship. He made a hole-in-one during his final round and finished in a tie for 15th place, the highest finish for a club professional in decades. This finish earned him an automatic invitation to the following year's competition.