History of Robert MacIntyre in Timeline

Robert MacIntyre is a Scottish professional golfer. He competes on both the European Tour and the PGA Tour. His presence on these prominent tours highlights his skill and dedication to the sport, establishing him as a notable figure in professional golf.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1988: Sandy Lyle's PGA Tour Season

In 1988, Sandy Lyle had a season where he won twice in one PGA Tour season. In July 2024, MacIntyre joined him as the only second Scot to achieve the same.

August 1996: Robert MacIntyre's Birth

In August 1996, Robert Duncan MacIntyre was born. He is a Scottish professional golfer.

Others born on this day/year

2013: Scottish Youths and Boys Open Championship Wins

In 2013, Robert MacIntyre won the Scottish Youths Championship and the Scottish Boys Open Stroke-Play Championship, marking a successful year in his amateur career.

2014: Attendance at McNeese State University

Robert MacIntyre attended McNeese State University from 2014 to 2015.

2015: Scottish Amateur Win

In 2015, Robert MacIntyre won the Scottish Amateur tournament, adding to his amateur achievements.

2016: Amateur Championship Final Loss

In 2016, Robert MacIntyre lost to Scott Gregory in the final of the Amateur Championship at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club.

2016: Eisenhower Trophy Representation

In 2016, Robert MacIntyre represented Scotland in the Eisenhower Trophy.

November 2017: European Tour Q-School Final Stage

In November 2017, Robert MacIntyre made the final stage of the European Tour Q-school, tying for 37th place and securing a 2018 Challenge Tour card.

2017: Walker Cup Participation

In 2017, Robert MacIntyre played in the Walker Cup, continuing his amateur career.

2017: Turned Professional and MENA Golf Tour Debut

In late 2017, Robert MacIntyre turned professional. He then participated in his first two professional events on the MENA Golf Tour. He tied for third place in the Jordan's Ayla Golf Championship and won the Sahara Kuwait Championship.

August 2018: Vierumäki Finnish Challenge Playoff Loss

In August 2018, Robert MacIntyre lost to Kim Koivu in a playoff for the Vierumäki Finnish Challenge.

July 2019: Open Championship Debut

In July 2019, Robert MacIntyre made his Open Championship debut at Royal Portrush, finishing in a tie for sixth place.

2019: European Tour Qualification

Robert MacIntyre's strong finish in the 2018 Challenge Tour season, including a 12th place finish in the Challenge Tour Order of Merit, earned him a place on the European Tour for 2019.

November 2020: First European Tour Title

In November 2020, Robert MacIntyre won his first European Tour title at the Aphrodite Hills Cyprus Showdown, beating Masahiro Kawamura by one shot with a final round of 64.

2020: Chronological Order Note

The results for Robert MacIntyre's golf career in 2020 are noted to not be in chronological order.

2021: The Open Championship

Robert MacIntyre participated in The Open Championship in 2021. In May 2024, he had his first top-10 finish at a major since The Open Championship of 2021.

September 2022: DS Automobiles Italian Open Win

In September 2022, Robert MacIntyre won his second European Tour event at the DS Automobiles Italian Open after a playoff against Matt Fitzpatrick. He secured the win with a birdie on the first extra hole.

2022: Discontinuation of Championship and Invitational

From 2022, the Championship and Invitational golf tournaments were discontinued.

July 2023: Genesis Scottish Open Performance

In July 2023, Robert MacIntyre finished one shot behind Rory McIlroy at the Genesis Scottish Open, shooting a final-round 64 with a birdie on the last hole.

2023: Ryder Cup Participation and Victory

In September 2023, Robert MacIntyre played on the European team in the 2023 Ryder Cup at Marco Simone Golf and Country Club in Italy. The European team won 16.5–11.5, and MacIntyre had a 2–0–1 record, including a win in his Sunday singles match.

May 2024: PGA Championship Performance

In May 2024, Robert MacIntyre finished tied for 8th at the PGA Championship, marking his first top-10 finish at a major since the 2021 Open Championship.

June 2024: RBC Canadian Open Win

In June 2024, Robert MacIntyre claimed his first PGA Tour win at the RBC Canadian Open, finishing one shot ahead of Ben Griffin with a final round of 68.

2024: PGA Tour Card Secured

At the end of the 2023 European Tour season, Robert MacIntyre secured one of the 10 available PGA Tour cards for the leading players on the Race to Dubai, giving him playing status for the 2024 season.

2024: RBC Canadian Open with Father as Caddie

In 2024, Dougie MacIntyre, Robert MacIntyre's father, who is the head greenkeeper at Glencruitten Golf Club in Oban, acted as his caddie during his victory at the RBC Canadian Open.