Chris Kirk

Player Profile: Chris Kirk

On Sunday the American Chris Kirk won his second PGA Tour title at the McGladrey Classic. This week's player profile takes a look at Kirk's recent career as he joins the ranks of the Tour's winners circle.

28-year-old Kirk was born in Atlanta, Georgia, and grew up in the nearby town of Woodstock. His love of golf inspired him to take the game seriously during his high school years, and the young player was a member of the college golf team during his time at the University of Georgia.

Kirk turned professional in 2007, at the age of twenty-two. Playing mostly on the Nationwide Tour during the first few years of his career, he weathered the competition and technical difficulties of competing at a high level.

During his third season on the Nationwide Tour, Kirk tasted professional victory for the first time – he won the 2010 Fort Smith Classic and Sentinel Open, finishing second on the money list and paving the way for his debut on the PGA Tour.

In 2011, Kirk joined the US PGA Tour and quickly found his feet at the highest competitive level of North American golf. After finishing in the top 20 at several events, he won his first Tour title in his rookie year at the 2011 Viking Classic. In the same year, he participated in the PGA Championship, his first major, where he tied for 34th place.

Kirk has also been a United States Team member at several successful events, including the 2006 Eisenhower Trophy, the 2006 and 2007 Palmer Cup, and the 2007 Walker Cup. The American Team was victorious at both Palmer Cups and the Walker Cup, giving Kirk his first victories in team golf.

Sunday's win at the McGladrey Classic reminded fans of Chris Kirk's potential as a tournament winner. This talented player should continue to impress us with his skilful game as his career continues to flourish.

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