American professional golfer
Paul Claxton (born February 9, 1968) is an American professional golfer.
Biography
Claxton was born and raised in Vidalia, Georgia.[1] He attended the University of Georgia and was a member of the golf team. He majored in Business and graduated in 1992.
Claxton turn professional in 1993. He was a member of the PGA Tour in 1997, 2002, 2005 and 2008. He was a member of the Nationwide Tour in 1995-96, 1998–2001, 2003–04, 2006–07 and 2009-10. When he won the 2007 Melwood Prince George's County Open, he surpassed $1,000,000 in earnings on the Nationwide Tour becoming the first player to do so.
Claxton has participated in two majors, including the 2005 U.S. Open. He finished tied for 23rd.[2]
After Claxton's touring career ended, he became a club professional in Georgia. He qualified for the 2017 PGA Championship through the PGA Professional Championship.
Claxton lives in Vidalia, Georgia.[3]
Amateur wins
Professional wins (7)
Nationwide Tour wins (2)
Nationwide Tour playoff record (0–2)
Hooters Jordan Tour wins (2)
| No. |
Date |
Tournament |
Winning score |
Margin of
victory |
Runner-up
|
| 1
|
Apr 25, 1993
|
John Crosland/Charleston National Golf Classic
|
−1 (73-69-73-72=287)
|
2 strokes
|
 Marion Dantzler
|
| 2
|
Apr 10, 1994
|
Top-Flite Classic
|
−13 (69-68-68-70=275)
|
5 strokes
|
Joe Durant
|
Other wins (3)
Results in major championships
Did not play
CUT = missed the half-way cut
"T" = tied
Note: Claxton never played in the Masters Tournament or The Open Championship.
U.S. national team appearances
See also
References
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