Jim Furyk

Jim Furyk

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Jim Furyk is a retired American professional golfer known for his distinctive swing and exceptional career in the PGA Tour. Born on May 12, 1970, Furyk has won 17 PGA Tour events, including the prestigious U.S. Open in 2003. He is also recognized for setting the PGA Tour record for the lowest single-round score of 58 during the 2016 Travelers Championship. Furyk has been a consistent performer in major tournaments, with multiple top-10 finishes, and has represented the United States in various Ryder Cups. His dedication to the sport and strategic approach to the game have made him a respected figure in professional golf.

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Jim Furyk is mentioned as a celebrity whose approval is appreciated by the locals.

Visiting World Cup fans give Americans cause for celebration – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-06-22
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Jim Furyk was awarded the United States Ryder Cup captaincy after Woods withdrew his name from consideration.

Tiger Woods set to miss all four golf majors for second straight year after DUI arrest controversy | International Sports News
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2026-05-27
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Bradley had turned to one of his assistants, Jim Furyk, to produce a comprehensive dossier on all that Ryder Cup captaincy involved.

Captain Keegan Bradley opts against picking himself for US team – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-08-27
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He insisted he would not give up the captaincy if he did make the team but could take on a dual role with the help of vice-captains Webb Simpson, Brandt Snedeker, Kevin Kisner and Jim Furyk.

Ryder Cup: US captain Keegan Bradley open to dual role
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-23
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Jim Furyk, the only player to have broken 60 twice, shot 58 in the final round of the 2016 Travelers Championship.

Jake Knapp runs out of steam after stunning 59 at Cognizant Classic – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2025-03-04
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Jim Furyk set the PGA Tour single-round record of 58 at the 2016 Travelers Championship.

Jake Knapp shoots 15th sub-60 round in PGA Tour history with 59 at the Cognizant Classic
CNN·United StatesUnited States· 2025-02-28
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