About
Lanny Wadkins collected 21½ points in his Ryder Cup career, making him one of the most successful players in Ryder Cup history.
Lanny Wadkins is a renowned American professional golfer and respected golf course architect, whose impact on the sport spans competitive play, leadership, and design. Born in Richmond, Virginia, Wadkins emerged as one of golf’s premier talents, claiming 21 PGA Tour victories, including the 1977 PGA Championship. His Ryder Cup record is among the best in history, competing eight times and captaining the U.S. team in 1995. A collegiate star at Wake Forest University, Wadkins won the 1970 U.S. Amateur before turning professional in 1971. He continued to excel over two decades, earning honors such as PGA Player of the Year and induction into the World Golf Hall of Fame. Expanding his golf legacy, Wadkins founded the Lanny Wadkins Design Group, contributing his expertise to golf course design. He remains deeply involved in the game through broadcasting and guidance, leaving a legacy of excellence both on and off the course.
