Dustin Johnson - Career Stats, Majors & LIV Golf Profile

Few players in modern golf have made the game look as effortless as Dustin Johnson. For over a decade he was the most naturally gifted athlete on the PGA Tour, a man who could overpower any course on the planet and look half-asleep doing it. Two major championships, 24 PGA Tour victories and a world number one ranking built on raw talent and quiet confidence. Then he walked away from it all to join LIV Golf, and the conversation about his legacy changed overnight.

Quick Facts

Full name	Dustin Hunter Johnson
Date of birth	22 June 1984
Age	42
Nationality	American
Height	6'4" (193 cm)
Turned pro	2007
College	Coastal Carolina University
Major wins	2 (2016 U.S. Open, 2020 Masters)
PGA Tour wins	24
Current tour	LIV Golf (4 Aces GC, captain)
World ranking	255th (OWGR, as of 7 October 2026)

Early Life and Amateur Career

Johnson grew up in Columbia, South Carolina, where the long summers and public courses shaped a swing that nobody tried to teach him. He was a multi-sport athlete in high school, with enough basketball talent to have gone a different direction entirely. Golf won out, and he enrolled at Coastal Carolina University, where he was a two-time All-American.

His amateur career was strong without being historic. Johnson was never the polished college star that some of his peers were. What he had instead was length off the tee that bordered on absurd and a short game touch that seemed at odds with his power. Coaches at Coastal Carolina knew early on that he would not be staying long. He turned professional in 2007 and earned his PGA Tour card through qualifying school that same year.

PGA Tour Career and Major Victories

Johnson's PGA Tour career was defined by sustained excellence over 15 seasons. He won 24 times between 2008 and 2020, a total that places him among the most prolific winners of his generation. He spent 135 weeks as world number one, first reaching the top of the Official World Golf Ranking in February 2017, and was a fixture inside the top 10 for the better part of a decade.

What made Johnson's career unusual was the combination of dominance and near-misses. He should have won more than two majors. A final-round 82 at the 2010 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach after leading by three shots, one of the most dramatic collapses in major championship history. A grounding penalty in a bunker at Whistling Straits that cost him the 2010 PGA Championship. The game gave Johnson everything and took plenty back.

2016 U.S. Open at Oakmont

The first major finally came at Oakmont Country Club in June 2016, one of the hardest courses in American golf. Johnson handled the baked-out fairways and lightning-fast greens better than anyone in the field, closing with a final-round 69 to win by three strokes. The victory was shadowed by a bizarre rules controversy when officials told Johnson mid-round that he might be assessed a one-stroke penalty for his ball moving on the fifth green. He played the remaining holes not knowing his exact score relative to the field. Johnson won anyway. It was the most Dustin Johnson thing imaginable, turning chaos into a shrug.

2020 Masters at Augusta National

Four years later, Johnson produced one of the finest performances Augusta National has ever seen. His 20-under-par total of 268 broke the tournament scoring record, previously held by Tiger Woods and Jordan Spieth at 270. Johnson was in complete control from start to finish, his iron play pinpoint and his putting as good as it has ever been.

That week in November, moved from its traditional April date due to the pandemic, Johnson was visibly emotional when the green jacket was placed on his shoulders. It was a rare public display from a man who usually keeps everything inside. For a detailed look at what Augusta demands, see our Masters 2026 preview.

Move to LIV Golf

In June 2022, Johnson became one of the first marquee names to join the Saudi-backed LIV Golf league. He had initially pledged his commitment to the PGA Tour before reversing course, reportedly signing a deal worth around $125 million. The decision cost him his PGA Tour membership and, for more than three years, his place in the world rankings. The Official World Golf Ranking only began awarding points to LIV Golf events in 2026, and even then only to the top 10 finishers and ties.

Johnson was named captain of 4 Aces GC, one of the original LIV Golf teams. The squad, which has included Pat Perez, Talor Gooch and Patrick Reed at various points, won the inaugural LIV Golf team championship in 2022. Johnson himself won LIV Golf Boston that season, after an eagle putt on the first playoff hole, and took the first season-long individual title.

The move was polarising. Johnson's supporters pointed to the financial security and a schedule that gave him more time with his family. His critics argued that he walked away from the PGA Tour at a point where he could still compete at the highest level, trading legacy for money. Johnson, characteristically, said very little about it either way.

For more on how LIV Golf works and its current roster, see our LIV Golf guide.

Career Stats and Records

Johnson's numbers across his career tell the story of a generational talent. On the PGA Tour alone, his record stands alongside the best of his era.

His 24 PGA Tour wins include victories at prestigious events such as the 2017 Genesis Open, the WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play, the WGC-Cadillac Championship and the Tournament of Champions. He won PGA Tour events in 12 different calendar years between 2008 and 2020, a consistency that few of his contemporaries matched.

Johnson led the PGA Tour in driving distance in 2015 with an average of 317.7 yards. His strokes gained: off-the-tee numbers were among the best in the measured era of the statistic, reflecting the advantage his length gave him before he even reached the fairway.

In LIV Golf, Johnson has added three individual victories (Boston in 2022, Tulsa in 2023 and Las Vegas in 2024), the 2022 individual season title and a team championship to his resume.

The 2026 Season

Johnson turned 42 in June and went the whole year without an individual win. He played 12 LIV Golf events and finished 25th in the individual standings with 186.53 points. The best of it came in late spring: a solo fourth at LIV Golf Korea at 10 under, then a share of fifth at LIV Golf Andalucía, where he made the 18th hole-in-one in league history during the third round.

The team side was kinder. 4 Aces GC had been rebuilt around him, and in March at Hong Kong the new squad ended a 974-day team drought, winning by six strokes over Smash GC with Johnson closing in 65. A runner-up finish at Andalucía followed, and 4 Aces finished the regular season top of the team points table on 149.5. The Team Championship at Indianapolis was another story. They led by five after two rounds and finished fourth, as Legion XIII defended the title.

The majors told a steadier tale. He made the cut in all three he played: T33 at the Masters on 288, closing with a bogey-free 69; T44 at the PGA Championship at Aronimink, where he played on a special invitation from the PGA of America; and T32 at the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills on 286, six over, after opening with a 66 and then playing five holes on Friday in eight over. He then withdrew from final qualifying for The Open at Royal Birkdale. It was the first Open he had missed since his debut in 2009, and it ended a run of 38 straight major starts.

The ranking points finally arrived too. With LIV top 10 finishes counting from 2026, Johnson stood 255th in the Official World Golf Ranking as of 7 October 2026. He also teed it up on the DP World Tour at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, where he missed the cut.

Playing Style and Strengths

Johnson's swing is one of the most distinctive in modern golf. He sets the club with an unusually bowed left wrist at the top of his backswing, a position that would cause most players to hit a smothered hook. Johnson turns it into a controlled power fade that stays on line fairway after fairway. Swing coaches have spent years trying to explain it. Most just shrug and call it athletic talent.

His greatest weapon has always been his driver. At 6'4" with the arm speed of a former basketball player, Johnson generates clubhead speed that most professionals cannot match. He does not swing hard so much as swing fast, a distinction that matters. The tempo is smooth, almost lazy, and the ball explodes off the face.

Around the greens, Johnson has always been better than he gets credit for. His touch on short-game shots, particularly bunker play and the delicate pitch from tight lies, is elite. He reads greens well and has a putting stroke that holds up under pressure, even if putting has never been the headline of his game.

What separated Johnson from other long hitters was his ability to score. He did not just overpower courses. He managed them, taking his driver off the tee when precision mattered and attacking pins when the situation called for aggression. That combination of power and intelligence is rarer than people think.

Personal Life

Johnson married Paulina Gretzky, daughter of hockey legend Wayne Gretzky, in April 2022 after a lengthy engagement. The couple have two sons, Tatum and River.

Away from golf, Johnson is known for his laid-back personality. He is an avid fisherman, enjoys basketball and has spoken about how the reduced LIV Golf schedule has allowed him to spend more time at home. Teammates and competitors consistently describe him as one of the most easy-going people in professional sport, a man who rarely lets anything disturb his equilibrium.

Johnson has been open about past struggles, including a six-month voluntary leave of absence from the PGA Tour in 2014 to address personal challenges. He returned a better player and a more focused competitor, winning 16 of his 24 PGA Tour events after that break.

Net Worth and Earnings

Dustin Johnson's net worth is not public, and published estimates vary widely. What is on the record: his official PGA Tour career earnings stand at $75,995,670.

His LIV Golf signing fee, reported at around $125 million, significantly increased his total earnings. On top of that came LIV prize money, including the $18 million bonus for winning the 2022 individual season title.

Endorsement income has also been substantial throughout his career. Some endorsement relationships were affected by his move to LIV Golf. Royal Bank of Canada cut ties with him when he signed.

Current Form and What's Next

At 42, Johnson's competitive output has slowed. He has not won an individual LIV Golf event since February 2024, though he remains a respected figure in the league and continues to captain 4 Aces GC. The question is less whether Johnson can still compete and more about where he chooses to do so.

His Masters exemption is for life. The 2026 U.S. Open was the final year of his 10-year exemption from Oakmont, so every other major now has to be earned or offered. His recent major championship results have been unremarkable compared to his peak, but his talent has never been in doubt. A hot week at Augusta or Oakmont would surprise nobody who has watched him play.

The Champions Tour becomes an option when Johnson turns 50 in 2034. Whether LIV Golf, the PGA Tour and the Champions Tour exist in their current forms by then is anyone's guess. The landscape of professional golf is shifting faster than at any point in its history.

For context on how Bryson DeChambeau and other former PGA Tour stars are performing on LIV Golf, their profiles are worth reading alongside Johnson's.

Frequently Asked Questions

How old is Dustin Johnson?

Dustin Johnson was born on 22 June 1984. He is 42 years old.

How many majors has Dustin Johnson won?

Johnson has won two major championships: the 2016 U.S. Open at Oakmont and the 2020 Masters at Augusta National.

What is Dustin Johnson's net worth?

There is no verified figure. His official PGA Tour earnings are $75,995,670, and his LIV Golf signing fee was reported at around $125 million.

Is Dustin Johnson still on LIV Golf?

Yes. Johnson has been with LIV Golf since June 2022 and captains the 4 Aces GC team.

How many PGA Tour wins does Dustin Johnson have?

Johnson won 24 times on the PGA Tour between 2008 and 2020, including two major championships.

What is Dustin Johnson's world ranking?

Johnson was 255th in the Official World Golf Ranking as of 7 October 2026. LIV Golf events only started earning ranking points in 2026, for the top 10 and ties. At his peak, he spent 135 weeks as world number one.

Who is Dustin Johnson married to?

Johnson married Paulina Gretzky, daughter of hockey legend Wayne Gretzky, in April 2022. They have two sons.