Padraig Harrington: Professional Golfer Profile Early Life and Education Born August 31, 1971, in Dublin, Ireland, Padraig Harrington developed his golf skills at Stackstown Golf Club. He attended Dublin Institute of Technology, studying accountancy before turning professional in 1995. Professional Career Highlights - 3 Major Championships: The Open Championship (2007, 2008), PGA Championship (2008) - 15 European Tour victories - 6 PGA Tour victories - Ryder Cup appearances: 6 (1999, 2002, 2004, 2006, 2008, 2010) - European Ryder Cup Captain (2020/2021) - World Golf Hall of Fame Class of 2024 inductee Career Earnings and Net Worth PGA Tour career earnings: $25.7 million European Tour career earnings: €27.8 million Estimated net worth: $40 million (as of 2023) Personal Life Married to Caroline Harrington (1997-present) Children: Patrick (born 2003) and Ciaran (born 2007) Resides: Dublin, Ireland Playing Style and Equipment Known for his analytical approach to golf Right-handed player Current Equipment Sponsor: Wilson Staff Awards and Honors - European Tour Player of the Year (2007, 2008) - Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) - Won European Tour Order of Merit in 2006 Champions Tour Success Transitioned to PGA Tour Champions in 2022 4 Champions Tour victories (as of 2023) Records and Achievements - First Irishman to win a major championship - Reached World No. 3 ranking (July 2008) - Named European Tour Golfer of the Year twice