Who is Vincent Norrman? Exploring all about the Swedish golfer who won the Irish Open 2023

Vincent Norrman recently claimed the 2023 Irish Open, cementing his status as a professional golfer of immense talent.

Norrman, hailing from Sweden, has represented the prestigious Haninge Golf Club throughout his golfing career. His journey commenced when he joined the golf team of Georgia Southwestern State Hurricanes, where he honed his skills and laid the foundation for a promising career.

He continued to shine in the collegiate golfing arena, and in 2021, Norrman donned the colors of the Florida State Seminoles. During his collegiate journey, he earned the accolade of Peach Belt Conference Men's Golf Player of the Year.

Norrman's excellence in golf is not limited to collegiate success. He played a pivotal role in Sweden's victory at the 2019 European Amateur Team Championship. The 25-year-old once again represented Team Sweden in 2020, helping them secure a silver medal in a closely contested final against Germany. His individual performance was commendable, finishing tied for seventh on both occasions.

In June 2021, Vincent Norrman took a significant leap into the realm of professional golf. He became an affiliate member of the European Tour, marking the commencement of his professional career.

His debut tournament as a professional golfer was the BMW International Open. Norrman made an immediate impact by finishing tied for fifth, a remarkable feat that earned him €38,122. Notably, he achieved a hole-in-one on a par-4 hole during the tournament.

Norrman's meteoric rise continued as he qualified for the prestigious PGA Tour in August 2022, securing his spot in the 2022–23 season by finishing 23rd on the Korn Ferry Tour Final Eligibility Points Standing.

July 2023 marked a pivotal moment in Vincent Norrman's career as he secured his first professional win by triumphing at the Barbasol Championship.

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“I was a little lucky,” feels Vincent Norrman after clinching 2023 Irish Open

Vincent Norrman of Sweden celebrates with the trophy after winning the Horizon Irish Open (Image via Getty)

Vincent Norrman clinched a stunning victory at the 2023 Irish Open by edging out German golfer Hurly Long by a mere one stroke. He left spectators and competitors in awe as he shot a remarkable bogey-free 7-under 65 in the final round.

Reflecting on his remarkable win, Norrman felt he got lucky.

"I think I was a little lucky. It was a long wait, but I am super happy. If you are winning, you are doing something good. It’s a world-class event, and honestly, I can’t believe this happened," said Vincent Norrman (via NBC Sports)

Norrman's remarkable performance didn't just earn him the winner's trophy; it also marked his second DP World Tour title and a second triumph in the season. His remarkable journey to victory included overcoming a highly competitive field, one that featured illustrious names like Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry.