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Tom Kim Bio
Age, real name, international upbringing, PGA Tour victories, 2026 comeback and Presidents Cup record.
Quick answer: Joohyung “Tom” Kim is a 24-year-old South Korean professional golfer and four-time PGA Tour winner. After finishing third at the 2026 U.S. Open, he ended a 1,001-day victory drought by winning the Genesis Scottish Open.
Tom Kim at a Glance
A Golf Education Across Asia and Australia
Kim was born in Seoul and grew up in several countries while his father, former professional golfer and teaching professional Kim Chang-ik, worked in golf. His developmental years included time in Australia, the Philippines and Thailand.
He adopted the English name “Tom” because of his childhood interest in Thomas the Tank Engine. Kim won the Philippine Amateur Open Championship in 2018 and turned professional later that year at age 15.
From the Asian Development Tour to Four PGA Tour Wins
Third at the U.S. Open, Then Champion in Scotland
Kim entered the summer after a difficult stretch that had taken him outside the world’s top 150. He finished third at the U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills, then carried that form into the Genesis Scottish Open at The Renaissance Club.
Final-round control
Kim closed with a bogey-free 64, hit 16 of 18 greens and finished at 17-under.
Two-shot victory
He defeated Min Woo Lee by two strokes and ended a 1,001-day victory drought.
Major reward
The victory secured a place in the 2027 Masters and restored Kim to the PGA Tour winner’s circle.
Four Wins in His Third Presidents Cup
Kim produced the International Team’s best record at Medinah, going 4-1-0 and earning four points. He and Si Woo Kim went 3–1 together across the team sessions before Tom defeated Wyndham Clark 3 and 2 in Sunday singles.
The performance moved Kim’s career Presidents Cup record to 7-6-1, worth 7½ points across 14 matches. The International Team ultimately lost 17–13.
What Clubs Does Tom Kim Use?
Kim won the 2026 Genesis Scottish Open with a Titleist GTS3 driver and fairway woods, T-Series irons, Vokey wedges, a Scotty Cameron prototype blade and a Pro V1x ball. The separate equipment page records the complete dated setup and clearly identifies one source disagreement involving his gap wedge.
Tom Kim Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Tom Kim?
Tom Kim is 24 years old. He was born June 21, 2002.
What is Tom Kim’s real name?
His name is commonly rendered Joohyung Kim in English and Kim Joo-hyung in Korean name order.
Why is Joohyung Kim called Tom?
He adopted the name Tom because he liked Thomas the Tank Engine as a child.
How many PGA Tour tournaments has Tom Kim won?
He has four PGA Tour victories through September 19, 2026.
What is Tom Kim’s Presidents Cup record?
Kim owns a 7-6-1 career record through 2026 after going 4-1-0 at Medinah.
How This Profile Was Verified
Birth information, professional status, victories and tournament results were checked against PGA Tour, Asian Tour, U.S. Open, Presidents Cup and manufacturer reporting. Current facts are dated through September 19, 2026.
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