American golfing legend Fred Couples boasts a smooth swing and a personality as captivating as his game. He's amassed 64 professional tournament wins throughout his career, including the coveted Masters Tournament in 1992. Couples even reached the pinnacle of professional golf, holding the No. 1 ranking in the world. His dominance extended to The Players Championship, where he secured victories twice, showcasing his consistency at the highest level. Though now competing on the PGA Tour Champions, Couples' passion for the sport remains undimmed. His remarkable longevity was displayed in 2023 when he even cut the Masters at the impressive age of 63.
How many majors did Fred Couples win?
Fred Couples won one major championship, the prestigious Masters Tournament in 1992. Although he achieved great success on the PGA Tour, including multiple wins at The Players Championship, his major championship win remains singular.
Fred Couples’s Masters Tournament Wins
Couples etched his name in Masters history in 1992, claiming his only major championship title. He entered the tournament at Augusta National, riding a wave of success, having secured the #1 ranking in the world and racking up victories at the LA Open and the Nestle Invitational just prior.
Fred Couples’s PGA Championship Wins
Fred Couples hasn't won a PGA Championship since going professional. Fred Couples' best finish at the PGA Championship was runner-up in 1990. He fell short of claiming the Wanamaker Trophy that year.
Fred Couples’s US Open Wins
Fred Couples has yet to win a US Open championship as of March 2024. Fred Couples' best finish at the U.S. Open was a tie for 3rd in 1991. This impressive performance took place at Royal Birkdale Golf Club. Interestingly, Couples successfully achieved this feat, shooting a final round 64.
Fred Couples’s Open Championship Wins
Fred Couples hasn't won an Open Championship as of March 2024. Couples has had a very successful career at The Open Championship, also known as the British Open. His best finish there was a tie for 3rd place, which he achieved twice. (1984 & 2005)
Fred Couples's Major Wins Year by Year
| Masters Tournament | U.S. Open | The Open Championship | PGA Championship |
| DNP | T48LA | DNP | DNP |
| DNP | DNP | DNP | DNP |
| DNP | DNP | DNP | DNP |
| DNP | CUT | DNP | T3 |
| T32 | CUT | DNP | T23 |
| 10 | T9 | T4 | T20 |
| T10 | T39 | DNP | T6 |
| T31 | DNP | T46 | T36 |
| DNP | T46 | T40 | CUT |
| T5 | T10 | T4 | CUT |
| T11 | T21 | T6 | CUT |
| 5 | CUT | T25 | 2 |
| T35 | T3 | T3 | T27 |
| 1 | T17 | CUT | T21 |
| T21 | T16 | T9 | T31 |
| DNP | T16 | DNP | T39 |
| T10 | CUT | DNP | T31 |
| T15 | DNP | T7 | T41 |
| T7 | T52 | T7 | T29 |
| T2 | T53 | T66 | T13 |
| T27 | CUT | DNP | T26 |
| T11 | T16 | 6 | CUT |
| 26 | CUT | CUT | T37 |
| T36 | DNP | DNP | DNP |
| T28 | T66 | T46 | T34 |
| T6 | CUT | DNP | DNP |
| T39 | T15 | T3 | T70 |
| T3 | T48 | CUT | CUT |
| T30 | DNP | DNP | DNP |
| CUT | DNP | DNP | CUT |
| CUT | DNP | DNP | T36 |
| 6 | DNP | DNP | DNP |
| T15 | DNP | DNP | DNP |
| T12 | DNP | DNP | DNP |
| T13 | DNP | T32 | DNP |
| T20 | DNP | DNP | DNP |
| CUT | DNP | DNP | DNP |
| DNP | DNP | DNP | |
| T18 | DNP | DNP | DNP |
| T38 | DNP | DNP | DNP |
| CUT | DNP | DNP | DNP |
| CUT | DNP | DNP | NT |
| CUT | DNP | DNP | DNP |
| CUT | DNP | DNP | DNP |
| T50 | DNP | DNP | DNP |
Fred Couples The Players Championship Wins
Fred Couples holds the distinction of being a two-time champion at The Players Championship. He conquered the famed TPC Sawgrass course in 1984 and 1996.
Fred Couples FedEx Cups Wins
Fred Couples has yet to have any FedExCup wins.
FAQ's On Fred Couples PGA Major Wins
A. Fred Couples has only won one major championship, the 1992 Masters Tournament.
A. Apart from his iconic Masters victory, Couples has several notable wins on the PGA Tour: The Players Championship: He's a two-time champion at this prestigious event (1984 & 1996). PGA Tour Player of the Year: He achieved this prestigious honor in consecutive years (1991 & 1992).
A. Yes, Fred Couples is still competing. He continues to play actively and has also secured victories on the Champions Tour.
