Raymond Floyd

Raymond Floyd is an esteemed figure in both professional golf and golf course architecture. Born in 1942, he enjoyed an illustrious playing career, winning 60 tournaments worldwide, including four major championships: the 1969 and 1982 PGA Championships, the 1976 Masters, and the 1986 U.S. Open. Floyd was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 1989 and captured titles on both the PGA Tour and Senior PGA Tour, making history as the first to win on both circuits in the same year. Known for his strategic game and legendary short game, he was revered as one of the best chippers in golf history. Transitioning to golf architecture, Floyd designed over a dozen courses, most notably the restoration of Doral's Blue Monster and the Arrowhead Country Club in Myrtle Beach. His contributions broadened his legacy, blending championship insight with course design expertise.