Quick Info
| Profession | Professional golfer |
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| Nationality | Irish |
| Date of Birth | 31/08/1971 |
| Age | 55 years |
| Birthplace | Dublin, Ireland |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Latest News about Pádraig Harrington
09/09/2026
Harrington set a record for consecutive appearances at the Irish Open by teeing it up for the 31st straight year. That milestone also moved him ahead of Seve Ballesteros for the longest consecutive run at a national open.
05/07/2026
Pádraig Harrington won the U.S. Senior Open for the third time at Scioto Country Club in Ohio, finishing four shots clear after a strong final round. The victory made him only the second player to win the championship three times, joining Miller Barber.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Pádraig Peter Harrington |
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| Known For | Winning three major championships in golf, including The Open Championship twice and the PGA Championship in 2008 |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 1.86 m (6 ft 1 in) |
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| Weight | 83 kg (183 lb) |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Dublin Business College |
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| Qualification | Accountancy degree |
Personal Life
| Turned Pro | 1995 |
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| Spouse | Caroline |
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Relationships & More
| Married to Caroline since 1997 |
Family
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| Siblings | Youngest of five sons |
Career
| Professional Debut | 1995 |
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| First Professional Win | 1996 Spanish Open |
| Major Championships | The Open Championship (2007, 2008); PGA Championship (2008) |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Began golfing with his family at age five. | |
| 2. Represented Great Britain and Ireland in the Walker Cup three times as an amateur. | |
| 3. Turned professional at the relatively late age of 24. | |
| 4. Won his ninth professional start at the 1996 Spanish Open. | |
| 5. Served as European Ryder Cup captain in 2020. |
