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Vijay Singh

Vijay Singh is a Fijian professional golfer best known for winning three major championships and reaching world No.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Vijay Singh is a Fijian professional golfer who won three major championships and reached world No. 1 in 2004. He is one of the most successful players of his era, with 34 PGA Tour wins and induction into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2006. Singh also competed internationally and won titles in Canada during his early career, making him a familiar figure to Canadian golf followers.

Early life and background

Singh was born in Lautoka, Fiji, on 22 February 1963. He turned professional in 1982 and developed his game in Fiji before building an international career on multiple tours.

Professional career

Singh broke through on the PGA Tour in the 1990s and became one of the dominant golfers of the 2000s. He was named PGA Tour Rookie of the Year in 1993. His 2004 season was especially notable, with nine wins and the world No. 1 ranking. He also won the PGA Tour FedEx Cup in 2008.

Major championships

Singh won three major titles: the 1998 PGA Championship, the 2000 Masters Tournament, and the 2004 PGA Championship. These victories established him among the leading golfers of his generation.

Later career and honours

After turning 50, Singh competed on the PGA Tour Champions and added five wins on that circuit. He was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2006.

Key facts

  • Won three major championships: the 1998 PGA Championship, the 2000 Masters, and the 2004 PGA Championship.
  • Reached the top of the Official World Golf Ranking in 2004.
  • Recorded 34 PGA Tour victories and five PGA Tour Champions victories.
  • Was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2006.
  • Won the PGA Tour FedEx Cup in 2008.
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Canadian context

Vijay Singh has competed internationally and won titles in Canada during his early career, making him a familiar figure to Canadian golf followers.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Vijay Singh?
Vijay Singh is a Fijian professional golfer known for three major championship wins and for reaching world No. 1 in 2004.
How many major championships did Vijay Singh win?
He won three majors: the 1998 PGA Championship, the 2000 Masters, and the 2004 PGA Championship.
How many PGA Tour wins does Vijay Singh have?
He has 34 PGA Tour victories.
Was Vijay Singh inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame?
Yes. He was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2006.
What is Vijay Singh's nationality?
He is Fijian.
When did Vijay Singh turn professional?
He turned professional in 1982.

References

  1. PGA TOUR — https://www.pgatour.com/player/06567/vijay-singh
    Supports: Birthplace, nationality, turned professional, PGA Tour wins, age, and player profile facts.
  2. World Golf Hall of Fame — https://worldgolfhalloffame.org/members/vijay-singh.html
    Supports: Professional background, PGA Tour victories, career milestones, earnings, and Hall of Fame induction.
  3. The Open Championship — https://www.theopen.com/players/vijay-singh
    Supports: Major championship wins, world No. 1 status, and career significance.
  4. Legends Tour — https://legendstour.com/player/vijay-singh
    Supports: PGA Tour Champions wins and later-career results.
  5. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/golf/player/_/id/392/vijay-singh
    Supports: Birthdate, birthplace, nationality, turn professional date, and physical profile.