Graeme McDowell is a professional golfer from Northern Ireland who currently plays on the European Tour and LIV Golf. Former world no. 4, McDowell has 16 professional wins, including the 2010 U.S. Open. The 43-year-old’s net worth is $40 million. Here we highlight Graeme McDowell’s net worth, salary, earnings, biography, wife, and more.
About Graeme McDowell
Graeme McDowell was born on 30 July 1979 in Portrush, County Antrim, Northern Ireland. McDowell played college golf for the University of Alabama in Birmingham before turning pro in 2002.
Former world no. 4, Graeme McDowell has 16 professional wins, including 11 on the European Tour. The Northern Irish golfer also has 4 wins on the PGA Tour.
G-Mac won his only major title in 2010, in the U.S. Open at Pebble Beach. The Northern Irish equaled 284 to clinch a one-stroke victory over Gregory Havret. McDowell was the first European to win a U.S. Open title in 40 years. However, he started a period from 2010-2014 when four out of five U.S. Open champions were European. He was also named the European Tour Golfer of the Year in 2010.
McDowell’s most recent victory came in the 2020 Saudi International. He scored a 12-under-par to grab a 2-stroke win over Dustin Johnson.
Ryder Cup Record
Graeme McDowell represented Europe in four Ryder Cup tournaments in 2008, 2010 (winners), 2012 (winners), and 2014.
- 15 matches, 9 points (60% Point Percentage)
- All Formats (W–L–H): 8–5–2 = 9 pts
- Singles: 3–1–0 = 3 pts
- Foursomes: 4–2–2 = 5 pts
- Fourballs: 1–2–0 = 1 pt
G-Mac also served as the vice-captain in the 2021 Ryder Cup.
Graeme McDowell’s Net Worth and Earnings
Northern Irish golfer Graeme McDowell’s net worth is $40 million in 2024. Former world no. 4 and 2010 U.S. Open Champion, McDowell earns a lucrative amount from endorsements and sponsorship deals.
In 2022, McDowell joined the Saudi-backed LIV Golf. He is expected to earn an estimated $100 million in the next four years.
For winning the 2010 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach, McDowell pocketed a $1,350,000 winner’s share. He won $583,330 in prize money for winning the 2020 Saudi International.
He won €800,000 for winning the 2013 Volvo World Match Play Championship. In 2015, he won $1,116,000 in prize money for the Mayakoba Golf Classic.
Endorsement
Former world no. 4 and 2010 U.S. Open champion Graeme McDowell earns a huge amount from endorsements and sponsorship deals. However, after joining LIV Golf, he lost endorsements with Mastercard and RBC.
Personal Details
| Full Name | Graeme McDowell |
| Nickname | G-Mac |
| Born | 30 July 1979 |
| Birthplace | Portrush, County Antrim, Northern Ireland |
| Nationality | Northern Irish |
| Age | 43 |
| Height | 180 cm (5′ 11″) |
| Current Tour | European Tour, LIV Golf |
| Professional Wins | 16 |
| Major Title | 1 (2010 U.S. Open) |
| Net Worth | $40 million |
| Highest Ranking | 4 |
| Relationship | Married |
| Spouse | Kristin Stape |
| @graeme_mcdowell |
Wife
Graeme McDowell’s stunning wife is Kristin Stape. Kristin is an interior designer. McDowell was building a house in Lake Nona, Florida. Kirstin worked for McDowell on that project.
McDowell and Kirstin started dating and got engaged in October 2012. The couple got married in 2014.
Kristin gave birth to their first daughter in 2014. She has a child from a previous relationship.
Conclusion
Graeme McDowell has 16 professional wins, including the 2010 U.S. Open. The Northern Irishman and former world no. 4 joined LIV Golf in 2022. His net worth is $40 million. G-Mac has houses in Lake Nona, Florida, and he lives with his wife Kristin Stape.
