Jordan Smith, born in Bath, England, turned professional in 2014. He quickly built a strong foundation, winning twice on the PGA EuroPro Tour in 2015 and claiming the tour's Order of Merit that same year. This accomplishment secured him a spot on the prestigious Challenge Tour for the 2016 season. Smith continued to impress, capturing victories at the Red Sea Egyptian Challenge and the Ras Al Khaimah Golf Challenge.
His dominant performance was further solidified by topping the Challenge Tour Order of Merit in 2016, earning him a well-deserved promotion to the European Tour in 2017. Since then, Smith has solidified his presence on the European stage. He notably achieved a high placement for Britons at the 2017 US PGA Championship.
More recently, in 2022, he claimed his first European Tour victory at the Portugal Masters with a commanding 3-shot win and a score of 30-under-par. This impressive feat included two rounds of 62 and marked a wire-to-wire victory. Smith also had two runner-up finishes on the European Tour in 2022, showcasing his consistent performance and potential.
Jordan Smith’s professional wins:
Tour | Wins |
European Tour | 2 |
Challenge Tour | 2 |
PGA EuroPro Tour | 2 |
Jamega Pro Golf Tour | 1 |
Who is Jordan Smith’s caddie?
Jordan Smith's caddie is Sam Matton. They have been working together since at least 2015. Their teamwork was particularly highlighted in July 2022 when Smith scored a hole-in-one at the Genesis Scottish Open. This impressive feat helped Smith in the competition and earned them both new cars: a Genesis Electrified GV70 for Smith and a Genesis GV60 for Matton.
FAQ's On Jordan Smith Caddie
A. Sam Matton is Jordan Smith’s caddie.
A. Jordan Smith turned professional in 2014.
A. Estimates suggest his total career earnings on the European Tour are around $7.7 million (as of May 2024). His most profitable season was 2022, where he earned $1.6 million.