Summary
Padraig Harrington is an Irish professional golfer who plays on the European Tour, PGA Tour, and PGA Tour Champions. He has won three major titles, the Open Championship in 2007 and 2008, and the PGA Championship in 2008. “Paddy” is also the 2022 U.S. Senior Open champion. The 51-year-old’s net worth is $40 million. Here we highlight Padraig Harrington’s net worth, salary, earnings, biography, wife, and more.
About Padraig Harrington
Padraig Peter Harrington was born on 31 August 1971 in Dublin, Ireland. Harrington turned professional in 1995. One of the most successful golfers in the world, Padraig Harrington, has 36 professional wins, including three major titles.
Harrington’s first major came in the 2007 Open Championship at Carnoustie Golf Links in Scotland. Padraig Harrington scored a 7-under-par and beat Sergio Garcia in a playoff.
In 2008, the Irishman successfully defended the Open Championship at Royal Birkdale. Padraig Harrington went 4-under-par over the final nine holes to finish +3, winning by 4 strokes over Ian Poulter.
Harrington’s third major title came in 2008, at the PGA Championship, at Oakland Hills. The Irishman scored -3 to win by 2 strokes over the runners-up Ben Curtis and Sergio Garcia.
The 51-year-old Irishman is the defending U.S. Senior Open champion. He scored -10 to win by a stroke over Steve Stricker in the 2022 U.S. Senior Open.
Padraig Harrington represented Europe in seven Ryder Cups in 1999, 2002 (winners), 2004 (winners), 2006 (winners), 2008, 2010 (winners), and 2021 (non-playing captain).
In the 2021 Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits in Kohler, Wisconsin, Padraig Harrington led Europe as a non-playing captain. His side lost 9-19 to Team U.S.
Padraig Harrington’s Net Worth and Earnings
Irish golfer Padraig Harrington’s net worth is $40 million in 2023. The 51-year-old has 36 professional wins, including 3 major titles. Former world no. 3, Harrington earns a huge amount from endorsements and sponsorship deals.
Harrington pocketed a $1,542,450 winner’s share for winning the 2007 Open Championship. He received another $1,498,875 for successfully defending the title next year. For winning the 2008 PGA Championship, he received a $1,350,000 winner’s share. For winning the 2022 U.S Senior Open, Harrington pocketed a $720,000 winner’s share.
Major Winnings
| Title | Year | Winner’s Share |
| The Open Championship | 2007 | $1,542,450 |
| The Open Championship | 2007 | $1,498,875 |
| PGA Championship | 2008 | $1,350,000 |
Endorsement
Former world no. 3 and three times major winner Padraig Harrington earns a huge amount from endorsements and sponsorship deals. He is endorsed by EyePromise, FootJoy, Full Swing Golf, Golf Ireland, Dunnes Stores, etc.
Personal Details
| Full Name | Padraig Peter Harrington |
| Nickname | Paddy |
| Born | 31 August 1971 |
| Birthplace | Dublin, Ireland |
| Nationality | Irish |
| Age | 51 |
| Height | 186 cm (6′ 1″) |
| Current Tour | European Tour, PGA Tour, PGA Tour Champions |
| Professional Wins | 36 |
| Major Title | 3 |
| Net Worth | $40 million |
| Highest Ranking | 3 |
| Relationship | Married |
| Spouse | Caroline Harrington |
| Children | Patrick, Ciaran |
| @padraigharrington |
Wife
Padraig Harrington’s lovely wife is Caroline Harrington. Caroline is the Irish golfer’s childhood sweetheart. After having a 10-year-long relationship, they married back in December 1997.
The couple is blessed with two sons – Patrick (b. 2003) and Ciaran (b. 2007).
Conclusion
Padraig Harrington is one of the most successful golfers in the world, having 36 professional wins, including 3 major titles. He also won the 2022 U.S. Senior Open. The 51-year-old Irishman’s net worth is $40 million. He resides in Dublin with his wife Caroline.
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