Golf's Elite: A Comprehensive Guide to Career Grand Slam Winners

Explore the prestigious list of golfers who have achieved the rare feat of winning all four major championships in their careers.

In the world of professional golf, achieving a career Grand Slam is one of the most prestigious accomplishments. This feat requires winning all four major championships: the Masters, the PGA Championship, the U.S. Open, and the Open Championship. Here’s a detailed look at the golfers who have reached this pinnacle of success.

Men's Career Grand Slam Winners

  • Rory McIlroy: Masters (2025), Open Championship (2014), PGA Championship (2012), U.S. Open (2011)
  • Tiger Woods: Open Championship (2000), U.S. Open (2000), PGA Championship (1999), Masters (1997)
  • Jack Nicklaus: Open Championship (1966), PGA Championship (1963), Masters (1963), U.S. Open (1962)
  • Gary Player: U.S. Open (1965), PGA Championship (1962), Masters (1961), Open Championship (1959)
  • Ben Hogan: Open Championship (1953), Masters (1951), U.S. Open (1948), PGA Championship (1946)
  • Gene Sarazen: Masters (1935), Open Championship (1932), PGA Championship (1922), U.S. Open (1922)

Women's Career Grand Slam Winners

  • Inbee Park: Women's Open (2015), Women's PGA Championship (2013), Chevron Championship (2013), U.S. Open (2008)
  • Annika Sorenstam: Women's Open (2003), Women's PGA Championship (2003), Chevron Championship (2001), U.S. Open (1995)
  • Karrie Webb: Women's Open (2002), Women's PGA Championship (2001), U.S. Open (2000), Chevron Championship (2000), du Maurier Classic (1999)
  • Juli Inkster: U.S. Open (1999), Women's PGA Championship (1999), du Maurier Classic (1984), Chevron Championship (1984)
  • Pat Bradley: Women's PGA Championship (1986), Chevron Championship (1986), U.S. Open (1981), du Maurier Classic (1980)
  • Mickey Wright: Western Open (1962), Titleholders Championship (1961), Women's PGA Championship (1958), U.S. Open (1958)
  • Louise Suggs: Women's PGA Championship (1957), U.S. Open (1949), Titleholders Championship (1946), Western Open (1946)

Notable Contenders

Several players are on the brink of achieving this milestone:

  • Scottie Scheffler: Needs a U.S. Open win
  • Jordan Spieth: Needs a PGA Championship win
  • Phil Mickelson: Needs a U.S. Open win
  • Lydia Ko: Needs one more major
  • Anna Nordqvist: Needs one more major
  • In Gee Chun: Needs one more major

Achieving a career Grand Slam is a testament to a golfer's skill, consistency, and resilience. As the sport continues to evolve, the pursuit of this prestigious accomplishment remains a significant goal for many players.

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