Aaron Wise

Aaron Wise was born on June 21, 1996, in Cape Town, South Africa, and moved to the United States at the age of three, settling in Lake Elsinore, California. He attended Santiago High School before committing to the University of Oregon to play college golf. During his collegiate career, Wise achieved significant success, including helping the Oregon Ducks secure the NCAA title and winning the NCAA individual championship in 2016. This early athletic success established his presence in the golf community, leading to his decision to turn professional.

Wise embarked on his professional career in 2016. He quickly made an impact, winning the Syncrude Oil Country Championship on the PGA Tour Canada in his third professional start. This victory helped him secure a Web.com Tour (now Korn Ferry Tour) card for the 2017 season. In 2017, he continued his ascent by winning the Air Capital Classic, which earned him a PGA Tour card for the 2018 season. At 21 years old, Wise achieved his first PGA Tour win at the AT&T Byron Nelson in May 2018, finishing three strokes ahead of Marc Leishman. His performance throughout the 2018 season culminated in him being named the PGA Tour Rookie of the Year.

Throughout his career, Wise has accumulated substantial earnings, totaling over $12 million on the PGA Tour. He has consistently participated in major championships, with notable finishes including T17 at the 2021 PGA Championship, T27 at the 2022 U.S. Open, and 17th at the 2019 Masters Tournament. In 2022, he achieved a career-best world ranking of 33rd. He has demonstrated resilience by returning to competitive play after taking time to address his mental health, highlighting his commitment to both his sport and personal well-being.