Golf 101: Golf Trivia, Questions and Fun Facts Answered

Golf is more than just a game. It's a lifestyle, and for those who are part of it, discussing golf is almost as fun as hitting the course to play a round. When you're talking about the sport, sharing golf trivia can be a fun way to keep the conversation rolling. To get you ready to earn top scores on golf quizzes and delight your friends with your impressive golf knowledge, we put together this handy guide filled with golf trivia questions.

Golf Trivia Questions and Answers: General

The following includes answers to some general golf trivia questions. Scroll slowly and take a golf quiz to see how much you know.

What is the longest club in a golf set?

The driver is the longest club in a complete golf club set. The average driver shaft length is about 44.75" though yours may be slightly longer or shorter.

Where did golf originate?

Golf originated in Scotland, and the reason why we know the answer is kind of odd. In 1457, King James II of Scotland issued a decree banning the game as well as football and "other pointless sports," going on to say that they were only permissible "for the common good and defense of the country." That law marks the first written mention of the sport by saying that it originated in Scotland sometime earlier in the 15th century.

Historians have uncovered evidence that golf began to grow in popularity by the mid-16th century. One of the earliest descriptions of the game comes from David Wedderburn's Vocabula, written in 1636. However, the first official rules of the game weren't recorded for nearly two more centuries when the Honorable Company of Edinburgh Golfers published the first set in 1744.

Which is the oldest golf course in the world?

St Andrew's Old Course in Scotland is the oldest golf course in the world. Records indicate that golfers began gathering to play golf there in 1552. The course has been home to The Open Championship 30 times and was the site of the most recent one held from July 14 to July 17, 2022.

What is Tiger Woods' real first name?

Tiger's real first name is Eldrick. Some additional Tiger Wood's trivia:

• His full name is Eldrick Tont Woods.
• His birthday is December 30, 1975.
• He was born in Cypress, California.
• His height is 6'1".
• He has two children, Charlie Axel and Sam Alexis.

What year was the PGA founded?

The first meeting of the PGA was on January 17, 1916, in New York City. Rodman Wanamaker, the founder of the department store chain now known as Macy's, organized the meeting, bringing together a group of professional and amateur golfers. The PGA Tour as we now know it was founded on December 2, 1929.

In what country did LIV Golf originate?

LIV Golf originated in Saudi Arabia. The controversial golf tour was founded in 2021 and its inaugural season was in 2022. Financing for the tour comes from the Saudi Arabia Public Investment Fund.

Masters Trivia Questions and Answers

The Masters is arguably the most famous golf tournament. As a result, it's good to have some Masters golf trivia in your knowledge base. Read on for some top Masters trivia questions.

Which club hosts The Masters Tournament?

The Augusta National Golf Club hosts The Masters Tournament. It is a for-profit, private golf course located in Augusta, Georgia.

How many times has Tiger Woods won The Masters Tournament?

Tiger Woods won the Masters five times. His first win was in 1997 with a score of -18. He won back to back in 2001 and 2002 with scores of -16 and -12, respectively. In 2005, he took home his fourth Masters trophy with a score of -12. Woods' most recent win was in 2019 when he scored -13 ahead of Dustin Johnson, Brooks Koepka and Xander Schauffele. Overall, Woods has won 15 major championships.

Who won The Masters Tournament in 2022?

Scottie Scheffler won the Masters in 2022 with a score of -10. Roy McIlroy finished second with a score of -7, and Shane Lowry and Cameron Smith tied for third with scores of -5.

Who has the most Masters wins of all time?

Jack Nicklaus has won the Masters a total of six times. He came in first in 1963, 1965, 1966, 1972, 1976 and 1986. All in all, Nicklaus logged 18 major championship wins throughout his career.

Who is the youngest person to ever win The Masters Tournament?

Tiger Woods became the youngest person to ever win the Masters when he took first place in 1997 at the age of 21 years, 3 months and 14 days. Jordan Spieth is the second-youngest winner. He was 21 years and 8 months old when he won in 2015.

Who won the first Masters in 1934?

Horton Smith won the first Masters Tournament with a score of -4. Smith had 30 major championship wins during his career.

Who was the first left-handed Masters winner?

Mike Weir became the first-ever left-handed Masters winner in 2003. More than that, he was the first left-handed player to ever win one of the major championships.

Who is the first Non-American golfer to win the Masters?

In 1961, South African golfer Gary Player became the first non-American to win the championship with a score of -8. Player would go on to win the Masters two more times: once in 1974 and once in 1978.

Look Your Best on the Course and Off

Golf is a social sport. Whether you're on the course or in the clubhouse, knowing some trivia about golf can give you something to discuss. You can also fall back on the answers to the above golf questions when you're making conversation at parties and the office. Brush up on the answers and you can pass online golf quizzes and potentially be a hero on trivia night at your favorite bar.

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