Danny Lee
Danny Lee is a professional golfer from New Zealand who gained prominence after becoming the number one player in the World Amateur Golf Ranking in 2008. He turned professional in 2009 and has since played on various tours, including the Web.com Tour, DP World Tour, and PGA Tour, before joining the LIV Golf Tour. Lee has represented New Zealand in international competitions, including the Olympics and the World Cup of Golf, and has achieved notable victories on the PGA Tour. He is set to make his long-awaited return to the New Zealand Open, marking his first appearance as a professional.
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Recent news mentions
Danny Lee is another Kiwi golfer who finished behind Ben Campbell in the LIV Adelaide event.
LIV golfer Ben Campbell eyes breakthrough New Zealand Open title
New Zealand· 2026-02-22
Danny Lee took home $3.4 million and finished 43rd overall in the LIV Golf standings.
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Danny Lee is one of the owners who previously ran Rumours Coffee in the CBD.
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Danny Lee sat in second place after the opening round in 2016 after shooting a four-under 64.
Masters 2025: All you need to know ahead of 89th edition - tee times, odds, how to watchNew Zealand· 2025-04-10
Danny Lee is a LIV Golf winner who is returning to play in the New Zealand Open.
NZ Open: LIV Golf winner Danny Lee to play NZ Open in QueenstownNew Zealand· 2025-02-16