American · Springfield, USA · Born 22 January 1957American professional golfer known for his colorful knickers and winning two U.S. Opens and one PGA Championship before his tragic death in 1999
Payne Stewart was one of golf's most colourful and beloved champions, a flamboyant American known for his plus-fours and tam o'shanter hat who won two US Opens (1991, 1999) and a PGA Championship. His iconic fist pump after holing the winning putt at Pebble Beach in 1999 is one of sport's most celebrated images. Tragically, Stewart died in a plane crash just months after his second US Open triumph, leaving golf to mourn one of its most vibrant personalities.
Colorful knickers, three major championships, and tragic plane crash death
How They Played
Aggressive player known for clutch putting and colorful attire
Lasting Impact
Remembered for sportsmanship, style, and dramatic major victories
Career Honours
- US Open 1991
- US Open 1999
- PGA Championship 1989
- Ryder Cup 1987
- Ryder Cup 1989
- Ryder Cup 1991
- Ryder Cup 1993
- Ryder Cup 1999
- PGA Tour Player of the Year 1999
- Vardon Trophy 2000 (posthumous)
American Athletes