Adam Hadwin
Adam Hadwin is a Canadian professional golfer who turned pro in 2009 after a strong amateur career. He played college golf at the University of Louisville, earning multiple honors. Hadwin gained attention with top finishes on the Canadian Tour. He joined the Web.com Tour in 2013 and earned his PGA Tour card in 2014.
Hadwin became known for his consistent play and strong short game. In 2017, he shot a 59 at the CareerBuilder Challenge, gaining national attention. That same year, he earned his first PGA Tour victory. Hadwin has represented Canada in international competitions, including the Presidents Cup.
Adam Hadwin’s Biggest Win on Tour
Adam Hadwin’s biggest PGA Tour win came at the 2017 Valspar Championship in Palm Harbor, Florida. He shot a final-round 71 to finish at 14-under-par. Hadwin held off Patrick Cantlay by one stroke for the win. It was his first and only PGA Tour victory to date.
The victory earned Hadwin a spot in the 2017 Masters Tournament. He became the first Canadian to win the Valspar Championship. Hadwin’s strong putting and clutch approach shots were key to the win. The win solidified his status as a top Canadian golfer on tour.
Latest News on Adam Hadwin
3/24/25
During the Valspar Championship, golfer Adam Hadwin faced an embarrassing moment. After a frustrating shot on the 10th hole, he slammed his club into the ground. Unfortunately, he struck a sprinkler head, causing water to spray everywhere. Hadwin attempted to stop the water but was unsuccessful.
This incident contributed to Hadwin missing the cut at the tournament. He finished with a five-over-par, marking a challenging season without a top-20 finish in eight PGA Tour starts. Fans reacted humorously on social media to the sprinkler mishap. Hadwin’s struggles continue as he seeks to regain form.
As of now, there is no official confirmation regarding any fines imposed on Adam Hadwin for damaging the sprinkler during the Valspar Championship. The PGA Tour typically does not publicly disclose disciplinary actions, making it unclear if any penalties were applied. Historically, players have faced fines for on-course misconduct, such as Rory McIlroy’s 2015 fine for throwing a club into the water at Doral. Given these precedents, it’s possible that Hadwin may have been fined, but without official confirmation, this remains speculative.