American · Fort Bragg, USA · Born 4 September 1942American professional golfer who won four major championships and 22 PGA Tour events, becoming the oldest U.S. Open champion at age 43 in 1986.
Raymond Floyd won four Major championships across a career spanning four decades, including victories at the Masters (1976), US Open (1986), and the PGA Championship (1969 and 1982). Known for his steely competitive spirit and intimidating glare, Floyd was one of golf's most consistent Major performers. His US Open victory at Shinnecock Hills at age 43 made him the oldest US Open champion. Floyd's 1986 US Open win at Shinnecock Hills made him, at 43, the oldest champion in the tournament's history at the time, and he went on to dominate the senior circuit after turning 50, adding multiple PGA Tour Champions major titles to his résumé.
Four major championships and consistent performance over multiple decades
How They Played
Aggressive approach player with exceptional putting under pressure
Lasting Impact
One of golf's most consistent performers across four decades, known for clutch putting and mental toughness
Career Honours
- PGA Championship 1969
- Masters Tournament 1976
- PGA Championship 1982
- US Open 1986
- PGA Tour Player of the Year 1986
- Ryder Cup (USA) 1969
- Ryder Cup (USA) 1975
- Ryder Cup (USA) 1977
- Ryder Cup (USA) 1981
- Ryder Cup (USA) 1983
- Ryder Cup (USA) 1985
- Ryder Cup (USA) 1991
- PGA Seniors Championship 1994
- Senior Players Championship 1995
- PGA Seniors Championship 1996
- World Golf Hall of Fame inductee 1989
American Athletes