Irish · Ballinrobe, Ireland · Born 31 May 1971Irish professional golfer who won three major championships including consecutive Open Championships in 2007 and 2008, plus the 2008 PGA Championship.
Pádraig Harrington is Ireland's most successful Major champion, a three-time Major winner who won back-to-back Open Championships in 2007 and 2008 before adding the 2008 PGA Championship. Known for his exceptional work ethic and analytical mind, Harrington was the first European player to win multiple Majors in the modern era. He later captained Europe at the 2021 Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits, where the US won convincingly.
Winning three major championships including back-to-back Open Championships
How They Played
Strategic course management with strong short game and mental toughness
Lasting Impact
Most successful Irish golfer in major championships and European Tour stalwart
Career Honours
- MBE (2009)
- Freedom of Dublin (2008)
- European Tour Golfer of the Year (2007)
Irish Athletes