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Tommy Fleetwood

Tommy Fleetwood is an English professional golfer who plays on the PGA Tour and DP World Tour.

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

Tommy Fleetwood is an English professional golfer who plays on the PGA Tour and DP World Tour. Born in Southport, England, he has won multiple DP World Tour titles and secured the 2025 PGA Tour FedEx Cup. Fleetwood has also represented Europe in the Ryder Cup and won an Olympic silver medal for Great Britain.

Early life and background

Fleetwood was born on 19 January 1991 in Southport, Merseyside, England. He began playing golf locally and progressed through amateur and developmental tours. His early development is closely associated with the golf culture of northwest England.

Professional career

He turned professional in 2010 and established himself on the European Tour, later known as the DP World Tour. Fleetwood has won eight times on the DP World Tour. In 2025, he won his first PGA Tour event at the Tour Championship and claimed the FedEx Cup.

Major championships and team events

Fleetwood has come close to major championship victories, including runner-up finishes at the U.S. Open (2018) and The Open Championship (2019). He has represented Europe in Ryder Cup competition, helping Europe win three Ryder Cups. He also won an Olympic silver medal for Great Britain at the 2024 Olympic Games.

Playing record and equipment

Fleetwood is a right-handed golfer. The provided sources do not give a complete, authoritative current club list. Equipment details change over time and are usually confirmed by recent equipment reports or tournament bags. Publicly available profiles confirm his height, tour affiliation, and professional status.

Key facts

  • Fleetwood was born on 19 January 1991 in Southport, England.
  • He is an English professional golfer on the PGA Tour and DP World Tour.
  • He won the 2025 FedEx Cup.
  • He has won eight times on the DP World Tour.
  • He won an Olympic silver medal for Great Britain at the 2024 Olympic Games.
  • He has helped Europe win three Ryder Cups.
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Canadian context

Fleetwood’s relevance to Canadian readers is mainly through international golf coverage, including PGA Tour and major championship events watched in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Tommy Fleetwood?
Tommy Fleetwood is an English professional golfer who competes on the PGA Tour and DP World Tour.
How old is Tommy Fleetwood?
He was born on 19 January 1991, which makes him 35 years old as of 23 July 2026.
What is Tommy Fleetwood's net worth?
A reliably sourced net worth figure is not available. Any number should be treated as an estimate unless supported by a current financial source.
Has Tommy Fleetwood won a major?
No. He has not won a major championship, but he has finished runner-up at The Open Championship and the U.S. Open.
What clubs does Tommy Fleetwood use?
The provided sources do not give a complete, authoritative current club list. Equipment details change over time and are usually confirmed by recent equipment reports or tournament bags.
Where is Tommy Fleetwood from?
He is from Southport, Merseyside, England.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tommy_Fleetwood
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, nationality, professional golf career summary, PGA Tour first win and FedEx Cup, Ryder Cup and Olympic medal notes.
  2. Tommy Fleetwood official website — https://tommyfleetwood.com/about/
    Supports: Full name, birth date, birthplace, and biography.
  3. PGA TOUR — https://www.pgatour.com/player/30911/tommy-fleetwood
    Supports: Age, birthplace, turn professional date, nationality, and player profile facts.
  4. U.S. Open — https://www.usopen.com/players/30911.html
    Supports: Runner-up at U.S. Open, birthplace, professional status, and DP World Tour win count.
  5. The Open — https://www.theopen.com/players/tommy-fleetwood
    Supports: Runner-up at The Open Championship, early amateur career, and European Challenge Tour note.
  6. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/golf/player/bio/_/id/5539/tommy-fleetwood
    Supports: Birthdate, birthplace, nationality, and turn professional date.