Bubba Watson

Bubba Watson’s Early Life and Background

Gerry Lester Watson Jr., better known as Bubba Watson , was born in Bagdad, Florida, on 5th November, 1978 to his father Gerry Watson Sr. and mother Molly Marie Watson. As a professional golfer he has secured his victory two times in Masters Tournament in 2012 and 2014. Bubba plays in the LIV Golf in recent times.

Bubba Watson’s Amateur Golf Career

Bubba Watson started playing golf with his father when he was just 6 years old. He has competed in the school golf tournament at Milton High School. He was a self-taught golfer in his early days. During his college time, he played for Faulkner State Community College as a junior college All-American. Before turning pro, Bubba Watson won several golf championships, like Georgia State Amateur Championship (2001), and Southeastern Conference (SEC) in 2000 & 2001, which represents his successful career as an amateur golfer.

Bubba Watson’s Professional Career

In the year 2002, when Bubba was 23 years old, he became a pro at golf after competing for the Bulldogs at the University of Georgia. He tied for 21st with his best finish on the Nationwide Tour's money list, which caused him to qualify as the last player on the PGA Tour for that following year.

Bubba captured his first PGA Tour title by winning the Travellers Championship 2010. He won the 2012 Masters Tournament, which was his first major championship victory. In the year 2015, Bubba Watson reached his peak and occupied the second position in the Official World Golf Ranking.

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Bubba Watson’s Playing Style

Bubba Watson is one of the left-hander tour players, who has consistently been among the longest hitters with his enormous power and unconventional playing style.

He is also recognised for his ball-shaping ability, controlling the movement of the ball. He has improved his swing technique through self-practising over the years, which helps him a lot on the course. Apart from this, his unpredictable approach to the sport, unique strategy & the ability to be focused in tough situations led him to be successful in the way of his glorious career.

Bubba Watson’s Golf Journey

Bubba began his golf journey at a very early age. His father helped him to learn the basic components of the game of golf. During his high school days, he competed at the Milton High School golf tournament. After going to Faulkner State Community College college, Bubba attended his college golf tournaments. In 2000, he played for the Bulldogs to achieve the title of SEC. He turned pro in the year 2002 & joined the Nationwide Tour. He showed his outstanding performance at the U.S. Open in 2007.

Bubba won the 2010 Travelers Championship & gained his first victory on the PGA Tour. In the year 2011, he won the Farmers Insurance Open, which was his second PGA Tour victory. In the same year, Watson won at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans by defeating Webb Simpson. He participated in the Long Drive Contest and finished in the 2nd position. Bubba Watson won the 2012 Masters Tournament, which was his first major championship victory. But after this win, he started to struggle. In 2014, he held the lead for most of the tournament at the Waste Management Phoenix Open. In August 2022, he resigned from the PGA Tour & joined the LIV Golf in the month of July.

Bubba Watson’s Achievements

In his successful journey as a golfer Bubba Watson has earned several achievements. He secured a total of 12 victories on the PGA Tour. He held the second position in the World Official Golf Ranking in February, 2015. Apart from this, his best wins include

1. Travelers Championship (2010)

2. Zurich Classic of New Orleans (2011)

3. Farmers Insurance Open (2011)

4. Masters Tournament (2012 & 2014)

5. WGC-HSBC Championship (2015)

6. Genesis Open ( 2018)

7. WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play (2018)

Bubba Watson’s Major Championships

Bubba Watson’s Awards and Honors

Bubba Watson’s Golf Records

In his career as a professional golfer, Bubba Watson has set a number of impressive finishes and outstanding records. He is the winner of Masters Tournaments twice (2012 & 2014). Bubba has secured a total of 12 victories on the PGA Tour. In the year 2015, Bubba Watson reached his peak and occupied the second position in the Official World Golf Ranking.

Bubba Watson’s International Wins

Bubba Watson has achieved a total of 14 victories worldwide as a professional golfer, including two Major championships, two World Golf Championships, eight PGA Tour & other two wins.

Bubba Watson’s Net Worth

As of July 2023, Bubba Watson's estimated net worth is around 40 million USD. Having a successful golf career, with an average salary of approximately 2.8 million USD, he has earned a significant amount of prize money, which comprises a major part of his net worth. Besides this, he also has several endorsement & sponsorship deals, from where he earns 3-5 million USD per year.

Bubba Watson’s Ventures

Apart from a professional golfer, Bubba Watson is also a businessman & has made various investments in several ventures. He has made a partnership deal with a car dealer, Sandy Sansing. In Pensacola, Bubba has his own ice cream store & a clothing brand, named "Bubba Golf". He is the part-owner of the Minor League Baseball Team. Besides this, he has also invested in a clothing brand, called " Linksoul", a candy shop & a driving range.

Bubba Watson’s Assets

Bubba has owned many luxurious houses, which include a mansion in Orlando, a big house in Pensacola, a beautiful lakefront house in Windermere & a lake house in Georgia. Bubba Watson is also a car lover. There are many luxurious vehicles in his collection, including General Lee, Ferrari 458 Italia, Tesla Model S, Chevy Camaro, Chevy Corvette, Cadillac CTS-V Wagon & Ford F-150 Raptor.

Bubba Watson’s Family

Gerry Lester Watson Sr. & Molly Marie Watson are Bubba Watson's parents. His wife's name is Angie Watson & Melinda Watson Conner is the name of Bubba's sister. There are two adopted children of Bubba and Angie, named Dakota & Caleb. Each of them plays an important role in Bubba’s life & always stays with him in his ups and downs.

Bubba Watson’s Wife

Angie Watson is the name of Bubba Watson's beloved wife. They met at the University of Georgia, fell in love with each other & got married in 2004.

Bubba Watson’s Children

Due to medical issues, Bubba & Angie Watson adopted a boy, named Caleb, in 2012. In the year 2014, this couple again adopted a girl, named Dakota.