Chris Gotterup is rapidly emerging as one of the most talked-about names on the PGA Tour in 2025.
With two professional wins under his belt and a powerful playing style, he’s proving he’s here to stay.
Here are seven key things to know about the American golf sensation:
1. He’s a Jersey-Born Talent
Chris Gotterup was born on July 20, 1999, and raised in Little Silver, New Jersey. He played high school golf at Christian Brothers Academy, where his talent quickly stood out.
2. He Was a Standout in College Golf
Gotterup began his collegiate golf career at Rutgers University (2017–2021) before transferring to the University of Oklahoma for the 2021–22 season. There, he dominated the college circuit, winning both the Haskins Award and the Jack Nicklaus Award, given to the nation’s top collegiate golfer.
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3. He Won Big as an Amateur
Even before turning pro, Gotterup showed signs of brilliance. He won both the Metropolitan Amateur and the New Jersey State Open in 2019, and earned the Jerry Courville Sr. Player of the Year Award from the Metropolitan Golf Association.
4. He Turned Pro in 2022
After the 2022 NCAA Championship, Gotterup turned professional. He gained attention with a T-4 finish at the John Deere Classic, one of his early PGA Tour events, signaling he could hang with the pros.
5. He Earned His PGA Tour Card Through Grit
Gotterup played on the Korn Ferry Tour in 2023, finishing 23rd on the points list to earn his 2024 PGA Tour card. Along the way, he posted three top-10 finishes, showing steady growth in his game.
6. He Claimed His First PGA Tour Win in 2024
On May 12, 2024, Gotterup captured his first PGA Tour victory at the Myrtle Beach Classic, a breakout moment that made fans and analysts take serious notice of his talent.
7. He Beat Rory McIlroy at the 2025 Genesis Scottish Open
Gotterup’s rise continued in July 2025, when he secured his second PGA Tour title by winning the Genesis Scottish Open, finishing two strokes ahead of Rory McIlroy and Marco Penge. It was also his first win on the DP World Tour, proving his ability to compete globally.
