Golf has become a billion-dollar industry with the involvement of Saudi Arabia in the LIV Golf Tour, making the sport’s top players incredibly wealthy. GiveMeSport compiled a list of the top 15 richest golfers in history in collaboration with Play Today, revealing the staggering net worth of these legendary players. Let’s take a closer look at the top 10 players on this list to understand their career achievements and financial success.
Starting our list is Nick Faldo, an English golfer with a net worth of $60 million, followed by Ian Poulter, also from England, with the same net worth. Sergio Garcia from Spain comes in at number 13 with a net worth of $70 million, while Fijian Vijay Singh holds the 12th spot with $75 million. Ernie Els from South Africa secures the 11th position with a net worth of $85 million.
Moving on to the top 10, Dustin Johnson, an American golfer, ranks 10th with a net worth of $100 million. Johnson has won two Major championships, including the US Open and The Masters. Jordan Spieth, another American, is in the 9th spot with a net worth of $110 million. Spieth made headlines by winning three Major championships and becoming the highest-paid golfer in 2015.
Fred Couples, with a net worth of $120 million, is in 8th place on our list. Couples, a dominant player in the 1990s, boasts 62 Major championships and various real estate ventures contributing to his wealth. Rory McIlroy from Northern Ireland ranks 7th, with a net worth of $170 million, highlighted by his US Open victory and two PGA Championships.
Gary Player, a South African golf legend, secures the 6th spot with a net worth of $250 million. Player is renowned for winning all four modern Major tournaments and is a member of the golf Hall of Fame. Phil Mickelson, another American golfer, holds the 5th position with a net worth of $300 million, propelled by his six Major tournament wins and participation in the LIV Golf Tour.
Jack Nicklaus, with a net worth of $400 million, ranks 4th on the list. Nicklaus holds the record for the most Major championships in golf history and has made significant contributions to golf course design globally. Greg Norman from Australia is in the 3rd spot with a net worth of $400 million, enjoying a lengthy reign as the world’s number 1 golfer and success in real estate development.
Arnold Palmer, with a net worth of $700 million, is the 2nd richest golfer in history. Palmer, part of golf’s “Big Three,” won numerous PGA titles and is a four-time Masters champion. Topping the list is Tiger Woods, an American golfer with a net worth of $1 billion, making him one of the wealthiest and most iconic athletes of all time. Woods’ 15 Major championships and 82 PGA Tour wins solidify his legendary status in the golfing world.
In addition to these top 15 richest golfers, other notable players like Phil Mickelson, Scottie Scheffler, and Rory McIlroy have also made significant earnings, showcasing the financial rewards available in professional golf. These athletes have taken the sport to new heights, both in terms of skill and wealth, leaving a lasting impact on the history of golf.
