TLDR:
- Kris Kim, at 16 years, 7 months, and 3 days, became the fifth youngest player to make the cut on the PGA Tour.
- The top 5 youngest players to achieve this feat are explored, including Justin Thomas, Tadd Fujikawa, Bob Panasik, and Tianlang Guan.
In a recent PGA Tour event, Kris Kim made history by becoming the fifth youngest player to make the cut at 16 years, 7 months, and 3 days old. This feat has sparked interest in the top 5 youngest players to achieve this milestone in the gentleman’s game.
Justin Thomas, at 16 years, two months, and 23 days old, made his PGA Tour debut as an amateur at the 2009 Wyndham Championship, finishing T78. Tadd Fujikawa, just four days after turning 16, made the cut at the 2007 Sony Open, tying for 20th and later turning pro. Bob Panasik, at 15 years, eight months, and 20 days, made the cut at the 1957 Canadian Open and held the record for the youngest to move on to the moving day for 56 years. Tianlang Guan, aged 14 years, five months, and 18 days, made the cut at the 2013 Masters Tournament and finished as the low amateur, despite being penalized for slow play.
Each of these young golfers left their mark on the game, with Kris Kim joining the ranks of these talented individuals. Kim expressed his excitement at making the cut and looks forward to continuing to compete. While their performances varied, these young golfers have captivated the golfing world with their talent and determination.