Viktor Hovland, a rising star in the world of golf, is on the verge of securing his first-ever major championship.
The Norwegian golfer has already notched two PGA Tour victories in his first year as a professional, and he currently sits just two shots behind the leader, Brooks Koepka, at the PGA Championship.
Hovland, known for his unique playing style, is part of a new generation of golfers who are turning to YouTube to learn the intricacies of the game.
Born on September 18, 1997, in Norway, Viktor Hovland was raised by his parents, Galina and Harald Hovland, before the family relocated to Oklahoma, USA, for Viktor to pursue a better life.
Introduced to golf by his father at the age of 11, Hovland quickly rose through the ranks, winning the Norwegian Amateur Golf Championships in 2014. He went on to become the first Norwegian to win the Amateur U.S. Open, earning invitations to prestigious tournaments like the Masters, U.S. Open, and Open Championships.
In 2020, Hovland made history by becoming the first Norwegian to win on the PGA Tour, clinching victories at the Puerto Rico Open and the Mayakoba Golf Classic. He continued his success by winning the European Tour, BMW International Open, Slync.io Dubai Desert Classic, and the Hero World Challenge.
Despite his meteoric rise in the world of golf, Viktor Hovland remains focused and down-to-earth. His coach, Alan Bratton, praises his honesty and confidence on the course, making him a standout in the world of professional golf.
