Swedish · Johannesburg, South Africa · Born 26 February 1976Swedish professional golfer who became world No. 1 in 2016, winning The Open Championship, Olympic gold medal, and both FedEx Cup and Race to Dubai
Henrik Stenson is Sweden's finest golfer, most famous for his extraordinary display at The Open Championship at Royal Troon in 2016, where he shot 63 in the final round to defeat Phil Mickelson in what many consider the greatest Major championship duel in history. The 2016 Open remains the pinnacle of his career, a masterclass in ball-striking and putting under the most intense pressure. Stenson's final-round 63 at Royal Troon in 2016 remains regarded as one of the greatest rounds ever played in a major, and he later captained Europe's 2023 Ryder Cup side before controversially losing his Ryder Cup eligibility after joining LIV Golf.
2016 Open Championship winner and Olympic gold medalist
How They Played
Methodical and precise ball-striker with strong iron play
Lasting Impact
First male Swedish golfer to win a major championship
Career Honours
- The Open Championship 2016
- Olympic Gold Medal 2016
- FedEx Cup Champion 2013
- Race to Dubai Winner 2013
- Players Championship 2009
Swedish Athletes