German · Anhausen, Germany · Born 27 August 1957German professional golfer and two-time Masters Tournament champion, known for his meticulous approach and exceptional putting skills on tour
Bernhard Langer is golf's greatest senior champion and one of the finest ever, a German precision master who won two Masters titles (1985 and 1993) and has dominated the Champions Tour in America with an unprecedented number of victories. Known for his methodical approach and exceptional iron play, Langer overcame a severe yip problem with conventional putting by switching to a long putter. He remains competitive in his late 60s.
Famous For
Two-time Masters champion and dominant senior golfer
Playing Style
How They Played
Methodical, precise putting and course management
Legacy
Lasting Impact
One of Europe's greatest golfers and most successful senior players
Honours & Achievements
Career Honours
- Masters Tournament (1985, 1993)
- European Tour Order of Merit (1981, 1984)
- Byron Nelson Award (2014-2018)
- Charles Schwab Cup (2010, 2014, 2016-2018)
- MBE (1985)
- Bambi Award (1985)
Career Journey
Timeline
1972
📌 Turned professional
1976
🎯 First European Tour victory at Cacharel World Under-25 Championship
1981
🥇 Won European Tour Order of Merit for first time
1984
🥇 Second European Tour Order of Merit title
1985
🏆 Won first Masters Tournament
1985
📌 Reached world No. 1 ranking
1987
🌍 Captained European Ryder Cup team to historic Muirfield Village win
1993
🏆 Won second Masters Tournament
2002
🥇 Inducted into World Golf Hall of Fame
2004
🌍 Captained European Ryder Cup team at Oakland Hills
2007
📌 Joined Champions Tour
2010
🏆 Won Charles Schwab Cup on Champions Tour
2014
🎯 Reached 40 Champions Tour victories
2018
📌 Won Senior British Open at age 60
2019
🎯 Became oldest player to make cut at Masters (age 61)
German Athletes