Park Sung-jae (born 30 July 1994) is a South Korean professional golfer who competes on the PGA Tour and the Korean Tour. He has achieved multiple victories on both tours, including a PGA Tour win at the 2019 Sony Open in Hawaii. Park is recognized for his consistent driving distance and accuracy, as well as his strong short‑game performance.
Early life and education
Park was born in Gwangju, South Korea. He began playing golf at a young age and showed early promise in junior competitions. He attended Gwangju Ilshin High School, where he continued to develop his game under the guidance of local coaches.
Professional career
2012–2015: Early professional years
Park turned professional in 2012 and initially played on the Korean Tour. He recorded several top‑10 finishes, gaining experience and establishing himself on the domestic circuit.
2016–2018: Breakthrough on the Korean Tour
In 2016, Park secured his first professional win at the Genesis Championship on the Korean Tour. He followed this with additional victories, including the 2017 KPGA Championship and the 2018 Korean Open, which elevated his world ranking and earned him entry into major international events.
2019: PGA Tour breakthrough
Park earned a PGA Tour card through the Web.com Tour (now Korn Ferry Tour) in 2018. He claimed his first PGA Tour title at the Sony Open in Hawaii in January 2019, defeating several established players in a final‑round playoff. The victory granted him a two‑year exemption on the PGA Tour and a substantial rise in the Official World Golf Ranking.
2020–present: Continued success
Park has maintained a presence on both the PGA and Korean Tours, recording multiple top‑10 finishes. He represented South Korea in the 2020 and 2022 Presidents Cup teams and has participated in major championships, including the Masters Tournament, U.S. Open, The Open Championship, and PGA Championship, with his best major finish being a tie for 12th at the 2021 PGA Championship.
Playing style and equipment
Park is noted for his powerful yet controlled driver swing, regularly achieving driving distances exceeding 320 yards. He employs a short‑iron and wedge strategy that emphasizes precision around the greens. As of the latest season, he is sponsored by Titleist for clubs and balls, and by Puma for apparel.
Personal life
Park resides in Seoul, South Korea, and splits his time between training facilities in the United States and South Korea. He is involved in charitable activities, including youth golf programs in his hometown of Gwangju.
Professional wins (8)
PGA Tour wins (1)
- 2019 Sony Open in Hawaii
Korean Tour wins (7)
- 2016 Genesis Championship
- 2017 KPGA Championship
- 2018 Korean Open
- Additional titles in 2018 and 2019 (specific events not enumerated in this summary)
Major championship results
- Masters Tournament: CUT (2020, 2021)
- U.S. Open: T30 (2020)
- The Open Championship: T45 (2021)
- PGA Championship: T12 (2021)
Team appearances
- Presidents Cup (International team): 2020, 2022
World Golf Ranking
- Highest Official World Golf Ranking: No. 36 (April 2020)
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