Daniel Berger Bio
Daniel F. Berger (born April 7, 1993) is an American professional golfer who plays on the PGA Tour. After turning pro at age 20 in 2013, he won the FedEx St. Jude Classic in both 2016 and 2017 and the Charles Schwab Challenge in 2020, the first PGA Tour tournament played after a three-month hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In February 2021, he won the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, clinching victory with an eagle on the 18th hole.
Early Life and Background
Daniel F. Berger was born in Plantation, Florida, to Jewish parents, Nadia and Jay Berger, a former tennis professional ranked seventh in the world in 1990. His grandmother, Roslyn Swift Berger, was an accomplished amateur golfer who was inducted into the Greater Buffalo, New York Sports Hall of Fame in 2000. He grew up in Key Biscayne, Florida, where he began playing golf at age 10. Under the guidance of PGA Master Professional Kevin Perkins, Berger developed his skills and fell in love with the game. He indicated to his father at an early age that he aspired to become a professional golfer. Berger later moved to Jupiter, Florida, where he achieved his first hole-in-one at age 13. He graduated from William T. Dwyer High School in 2011, although he did not participate in high school golf.
Path to Golf
Berger played college golf at Florida State University in Tallahassee. During the spring of 2013, he won both the SunTrust Gator Invitational and the Seminole Intercollegiate, leading the Atlantic Coast Conference with a 69.36 stroke average. He tied for second at the 2013 NCAA Golf Championships as a sophomore and earned recognition as a two-time first-team All-American. After his sophomore year, he turned professional at the age of 20, embarking on his journey in the world of professional golf.
Daniel Berger Career
Early Career (2013–2015)
In late 2013, Berger qualified for the Web.com Tour, where he played in four events. The following year, he finished T2 at the TPC Stonebrae Championship and ranked 15th in the season-long standings, which earned him a promotion to the PGA Tour for the 2014–15 season. In March 2015, Berger shot a 6-under-par 64 in the final round of the Honda Classic, entering a sudden-death playoff that he ultimately lost to Pádraig Harrington. He made the cut in 17 of 31 events during the 2015 season, achieving six top-10 finishes, including two second-place finishes. His performance earned him the title of PGA Tour Rookie of the Year.
Breakthrough (2016–2021)
Berger gained his first PGA Tour victory in June 2016 at the FedEx St. Jude Classic, which elevated him to 29th in the Official World Golf Ranking. He successfully defended his title at the same tournament in 2017, moving up to 24th in the world rankings. Berger made the 2017 U.S. Presidents Cup Team and showcased his skills at the 2018 U.S. Open, where he shot a third-round 66, tying for the lead before finishing in a tie for sixth place. On June 14, 2020, Berger won the Charles Schwab Challenge, marking the first PGA Tour tournament after a three-month hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. He won the tournament with a playoff victory and received a winner’s check of $1.375 million. In 2021, Berger won the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, shooting a final round of 65 and clinching victory with an eagle on the last hole. He also represented the U.S. team in the 2021 Ryder Cup, contributing to the team’s success with a record of 2–1–0.
Notable Works and Milestones
Daniel Berger’s signature works include his victories at the FedEx St. Jude Classic and the Charles Schwab Challenge. He has been recognized as the PGA Tour Rookie of the Year and has achieved multiple top finishes in major championships.
Daniel Berger Award Nominations
Throughout his career, Daniel Berger has received notable nominations, including the PGA Tour Rookie of the Year for the 2014–15 season.
Daniel Berger Awards Won
Daniel Berger has won several prestigious awards during his career, including the PGA Tour Rookie of the Year for the 2014–15 season.
Daniel Berger Family
Daniel Berger is in a relationship with Victoria Slater. He currently resides in Jupiter, Florida.
Personal Life
Daniel Berger maintains a relatively private personal life but is known to be in a relationship with Victoria Slater. He continues to live in Jupiter, Florida, where he focuses on his professional golf career.
