He is a four-time Ryder Cup player, featuring three times on European soil, while his sole appearance on home turf came at Medinah in 2012. Since 2022, Watson has been a part of the LIV Golf tour, and was one of the first players to make the move. He is the captain of RangeGoats GC.
Name: Gerry Lester ‘Bubba’ Watson Jr.
Born: November 5, 1978
Nationality: United States
Residence: Pensacola, Florida, United States
2008 (1) – CVS Caremark Charity Classic
2010 (1) – Travelers Championship
2011 (2) – Farmers Insurance Open, Zurich Classic of New Orleans
2012 (1) – Masters Tournament
2014 (3) – Northern Trust Open, Masters Tournament, WGC-HSBC Champions
2015 (2) – Travelers Championship, Hero World Challenge
2016 (1) – Northern Trust Open
2018 (3) – Genesis Open, WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play, Travelers Championship
Bubba Watson | What’s In His Bag?
Watson has been a PING staff player for the majority of his career, with that infamous pink driver being one of his key clubs for years. That is the G425 LST, along with a G425 Max fairway woods. He uses the S55 irons, along with a trio of Glide wedges. A PLD Anser D putter and the Titleist Pro V1x ball round out Watson’s bag.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Bubba Watson
When and where was Bubba Watson born?
Bubba Watson was born in November 1978 in Bagdad, Florida, United States. He grew up playing the game and played for Milton High School’s golf team. He played alongside Boo Weekley and Heath Slocum, both fellow PGA Tour players, during his time there.
When did Bubba Watson turn professional?
Bubba Watson turned professional in 2002 after spending time at both Faulkner State C.C. and the University of Georgia during his college years. He spent his first three seasons as a professional on the Nationwide (now Korn Ferry) Tour.
How many PGA Tour titles has Bubba Watson won?
As of early 2024, Bubba Watson is a 12-time winner on the PGA Tour, including two victories at the Masters Tournament at Augusta National. He has also won multiple times at the Travelers Championship and the Genesis (formerly Northern Trust) Open.
Who is Bubba Watson married to?
Bubba Watson is married to Angie Ball, with the pair wed in 2004. Angie is a former Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) player. After retiring from the game, she has managed the business side of Watson’s golf career. The pair have two children, Caleb and Dakota, whom they have adopted.
Did you Know?
Best Recovery Shot Ever?
Watson’s first major victory came at the Masters Tournament in 2012. He faced off with Louis Oosthuizen in a sudden death play-off, with both men parring the 18th hole to kick it off. On the 10th, the second play-off hole, Watson hit his drive into the pine straw right. He then produced one of the best golf shots of all time, turning the ball more than 40 yards from left to right to find the 10th green. He would make par and beat Oosthuizen to take the title.
