Ian Poulter has been a pro since 1995 and before joining the LIV Golf League, he won 17 tournaments at the highest level on numerous tours. The British star is best known for his inspirational exploits at the Ryder Cup, in which he has a 15-8-2 record. His European teammates nicknamed him “The Postman” because he always delivers, especially in Singles with his undefeated 6-0-1 record. The Majesticks GC co-captain has eight top-10 finishes in Majors, including a runner-up at the 2008 Open Championship, and has been ranked as high as No. 5 in the world.
QUICK FACTS ...
Greatest influence on golfing career? Seve
Golfer you most admire? Seve. He was a big inspiration as he played with pure passion. Also, Payne Stewart for the way he dressed
Number of holes-in-one? 7
If you could play any course in the world, it would be … Kingston Heath
Golf achievement you’re most proud of? Ryder Cup achievements
Round of golf you’ve enjoyed the most? Afternoon Fourballs, Ryder Cup 2012, Medinah
Your perfect golf shot? I’m not sure. I haven’t hit it yet
If you could acquire one trait from another golfer, what would it be? Short game, Seve
Shot that gives you the most difficulty? 340-yard drives
Most interesting thing about being a professional golfer? Being able to play golf as a job and travel the world, enjoy cultures and meet great people is the most interesting thing about being a pro
Stats
Winner of 17 tournaments worldwide across multiple tours.
Between 2009-12, won six events and finished runner-up four times.
Has played in seven Ryder Cups as a member of the European team.
Has represented his country in numerous team events.
In February 2010, reached a career-best 4th in the world rankings.
Has won match-play events on two continents.
Starts and Finishes
Starts | Best finish | Top 10s | Cuts made | |
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Masters | 16 | 6th (2015) | 3 | 15 |
PGA Championship | 20 | 3rd (2012) | 2 | 15 |
U.S. Open | 16 | 12th (2006) | 0 | 11 |
Open Championship | 20 | 2nd (2006) | 3 | 13 |
RYDER CUP HISTORY (Team Europe)
Appearances (7) | 2004, 2008, 2010, 2012, 2014, 2018, 2021 |
Record (wins, losses, halves) | 15-8-2 |
Total matches | 25 |
Singles (W-L-H) | 6-0-1 |
Foursomes (W-L-H) | 5-3-0 |
Four-balls (W-L-H) | 4-5-1 |