David Duval

Date of Birth: November 9, 1971

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Biography

David Robert Duval is an American professional golfer who was born on November 9, 1971, in Jacksonville, Florida. He is best known for his tenure on the PGA Tour, where he achieved notable success, including being ranked as the world’s number one golfer for a time. Duval’s career highlights include winning the 2001 Open Championship and 13 PGA Tour events. He played college golf at Georgia Tech, where he was a standout player before turning professional in 1993. Despite facing several challenges, including injuries and a decline in form, Duval has remained a respected figure in the golfing community. He has transitioned into a career as a golf analyst, providing insightful commentary on major golf broadcasts.

5 Interesting Facts about David Duval

1. David Duval was ranked the world’s number one golfer for 15 weeks in 1999.

2. He is one of the few golfers to have shot a 59 in a PGA Tour event, achieving this feat at the 1999 Bob Hope Chrysler Classic.

3. Duval won the 2001 Open Championship at Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club in England.

4. He battled with vertigo and other health issues, which affected his performance and consistency on the tour.

5. David Duval has transitioned to a successful career as a golf analyst for Golf Channel and NBC.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from David Duval

1. “Golf is a game of endless failure and frustration. But it’s also a game of endless hope and endless possibilities.”

2. “I’ve always said the first thing you have to do to reach your goals is to have the right mindset.”

3. “Every setback is a setup for a comeback.”

4. “Winning the Open Championship was a dream come true and a testament to all the hard work over the years.”

5. “The most important shot in golf is the next one.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

David Duval’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $20 million.

Children

David Duval is married to Susie Persichitte, and together they have two children, Brady and Sienna. Duval is also a stepfather to Susie’s two children from a previous relationship, Deano and Nick.