PLAYER PROFILE · LIV GOLF
Dustin Johnson is one of the most naturally gifted athletes golf has ever produced – a two-time major champion, a former World No. 1 for 135 weeks, and the powerful, unhurried figure who became the face of LIV Golf’s 4 Aces.
| Full name | Dustin Hunter Johnson |
|---|---|
| Born | 22 June 1984, Columbia, South Carolina, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Turned pro | 2007 |
| Primary tour | LIV Golf (4 Aces GC) |
| Height | 6′ 4″ (1.93 m) |
| Major championships | 2 (2016 U.S. Open, 2020 Masters) |
| PGA Tour wins | 24 |
| Weeks at World No. 1 | 135 |
The Natural
Few players have ever looked more physically suited to golf than Dustin Johnson. Long-limbed, powerful and blessed with an easy, whipping swing, he arrived on the PGA Tour in 2007 and immediately began winning – and he never really stopped. His achievement of a PGA Tour victory in each of his first fourteen seasons speaks to a rare and sustained excellence, the kind that accumulates quietly behind the more dramatic storylines of the game.
Two Majors, Two Redemptions
For years Johnson carried the label of the best player yet to win a major, undone by a series of near-misses that would have broken lesser competitors. He answered emphatically at Oakmont in 2016, holding his nerve amid a bizarre rules controversy to win the U.S. Open. Four years later he produced a performance of near-flawless dominance at the 2020 Masters, his 20-under-par total the lowest in the tournament’s history. Two majors, two vindications of a talent that was never in doubt.
World No. 1
Johnson reached the summit of the world ranking in February 2017 and held it for 64 consecutive weeks, part of a career total of 135 weeks at No. 1 spread across five calendar years. At his best he combined the longest driving in the game with a short game and putting stroke sharp enough to convert that power into trophies – a complete package delivered with the calm of a man who never seemed to be trying too hard.
The Move to LIV
In June 2022 Johnson became one of the most significant names to join the breakaway LIV Golf circuit, captaining the 4 Aces GC franchise that swept much of the league’s early team silverware. The decision reshaped how the golf world saw him, but did little to dim the sense that, at his peak, Dustin Johnson was as talented as anyone of his era.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many majors has Dustin Johnson won?
Dustin Johnson has won two major championships: the 2016 U.S. Open at Oakmont and the 2020 Masters, where his 20-under-par total set a tournament scoring record.
How old is Dustin Johnson and where is he from?
Johnson was born on 22 June 1984 in Columbia, South Carolina. He turned professional in 2007 and rose quickly to become one of the most physically gifted players of his generation.
What has Dustin Johnson won in his career?
Johnson has won 24 PGA Tour titles and nine European Tour events, spent a total of 135 weeks at World No. 1, and won the 2020 FedEx Cup. He is one of only a handful of players to win a PGA Tour event in each of his first 14 seasons.
Does Dustin Johnson play on LIV Golf?
Yes. Johnson joined LIV Golf in June 2022 and captains the 4 Aces GC team, which dominated the league’s early seasons.
What is Dustin Johnson’s playing style?
Johnson is one of the longest and most athletic drivers the game has seen, pairing prodigious distance with a famously unflappable, low-key temperament. His raw power off the tee has long been his signature weapon.