Aaron Baddeley - Professional Golfer Profile Early Life Aaron Baddeley was born on March 17, 1981, in Lebanon, New Hampshire, but grew up in Australia. He began playing golf at age eight and quickly developed into one of Australia's most promising junior golfers. Professional Career Turning professional in 2000, Baddeley has secured four PGA Tour victories: the 2006 Verizon Heritage, 2007 FBR Open, 2011 Northern Trust Open, and 2016 Barbasol Championship. His highest world ranking was 16th in 2008. Career Earnings Through 2023, Baddeley has accumulated over $21.5 million in career earnings on the PGA Tour across more than 450 career starts. Family Life Aaron Baddeley married Richelle Baddeley in 2005. The couple has six children together and resides in Scottsdale, Arizona. Notable Achievements - Won Australian Open as an amateur in 1999 at age 18 - Successfully defended his Australian Open title in 2000 as a professional - Named 2000 Australian Tour Rookie of the Year - Earned PGA Tour card through Q-School in 2002 Playing Style Known for his exceptional putting skills, Baddeley has consistently ranked among the Tour's best putters throughout his career. His distinctive forward-press putting style has been widely recognized. Recent Status Baddeley currently splits time between the PGA Tour and Korn Ferry Tour, maintaining partial PGA Tour status through various eligibility categories. Education Unlike many professional golfers, Baddeley did not attend college, turning professional directly after his amateur career in Australia.