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Keegan Bradley

Keegan Bradley is an American professional golfer who plays on the PGA Tour.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Keegan Bradley is an American professional golfer who plays on the PGA Tour. He won the 2011 PGA Championship in his major championship debut and has recorded eight PGA Tour victories. In 2025, he served as the United States Ryder Cup captain.

Early life and amateur career

Bradley was born in Woodstock, Vermont, and played college golf at St. John's University. He later turned professional in 2008.

Professional career

He won the 2011 PGA Championship in his major debut, a rare feat in men's golf. He has since added multiple PGA Tour victories and remained a regular Tour player. He briefly reached the top ten of the Official World Golf Ranking.

Ryder Cup involvement

Bradley has been involved with the Ryder Cup in multiple capacities. He was the U.S. captain for the 2025 competition.

Family

Bradley comes from a golf family. His aunt, Pat Bradley, is a prominent former LPGA Tour player and World Golf Hall of Fame member.

Key facts

  • Won the 2011 PGA Championship in his first major championship appearance.
  • Has recorded eight PGA Tour victories.
  • Turned professional in 2008 after playing college golf at St. John's University.
  • Briefly reached the top ten of the Official World Golf Ranking.
  • Captained the United States team at the 2025 Ryder Cup.
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Canadian context

Bradley has competed in PGA Tour and major championship events that are followed closely by Canadian golf audiences, and his results are relevant to Canadian fans of international golf.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Keegan Bradley?
Keegan Bradley is an American professional golfer on the PGA Tour, best known for winning the 2011 PGA Championship.
When was Keegan Bradley born?
He was born on June 7, 1986.
How many PGA Tour wins does Keegan Bradley have?
He has eight PGA Tour wins.
What is Keegan Bradley's biggest career victory?
His biggest victory is the 2011 PGA Championship, which he won in his major championship debut.
What college did Keegan Bradley attend?
He attended St. John's University.
What is Keegan Bradley's connection to the Ryder Cup?
He served as the United States Ryder Cup captain in 2025.

References

  1. PGA TOUR — https://www.pgatour.com/player/33141/keegan-bradley
    Supports: Birthplace, age, turned professional year, college, PGA Tour wins, and player bio details.
  2. PGA of America — https://www.pgachampionship.com/player/keegan-bradley
    Supports: 2011 PGA Championship win, age, college, turn professional year, and Ryder Cup captaincy note.
  3. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keegan_Bradley
    Supports: Full name, birth date, PGA Tour wins, major championship win, rookie status, and Ryder Cup captaincy.
  4. The Open — https://www.theopen.com/players/keegan-bradley
    Supports: 2025 PGA Tour victory and recent season performance context.