Cameron Smith is an Australian golfer from Brisbane and the 2022 Open Championship winner. With a distinctive mullet and one of the best short games in professional golf, Smith has become one of the most recognizable and talented players in the sport.
Smith’s greatest asset is his short game, which is widely regarded as the best on any professional tour. His putting, chipping, and bunker play are consistently elite, and he has the ability to get up and down from positions that other players would consider impossible. Around the greens, he displays a creativity and touch that recall the best short-game artists in golf history. His course management is aggressive but smart, and he has a knack for going low when he smells a leaderboard opportunity. His flat cap and flowing mullet have made him one of the most distinctive figures in the sport.
The 2022 Open Championship at St Andrews was Smith’s masterpiece. He shot a final-round 64 on the Old Course, birdieing five of the last six holes to overtake Rory McIlroy and Cameron Young and win by one shot. It was a display of scoring brilliance under the most intense pressure. Shortly after, Smith joined LIV Golf, but he retains eligibility for major championships. His record also includes a Players Championship victory in 2022 and multiple top-10 finishes at the Masters, where his ability to navigate Augusta National’s treacherous greens makes him a perennial contender.
Smith is eligible for the 2026 majors: The Masters, PGA Championship, U.S. Open, and The Open Championship. Australian fans can follow in Australia time.