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Russell Henley Bio
The Georgia standout enters Medinah as an automatic U.S. Team qualifier after another winning PGA Tour season.
Quick answer: Russell Henley is a six-time PGA Tour winner from Macon, Georgia. He won the 2026 Charles Schwab Challenge, finished tied third at the Masters and qualified automatically for his second Presidents Cup.
Russell Henley at a Glance
From Georgia Standout to Six-Time PGA Tour Winner
Henley won the 2010 Haskins Award at the University of Georgia and turned professional in 2011. He won the 2013 Sony Open in his first start as a PGA Tour member and added titles at the Honda Classic, Shell Houston Open and World Wide Technology Championship.
His 2025 Arnold Palmer Invitational victory was followed by another strong season in 2026. Henley finished tied third at the Masters and won the Charles Schwab Challenge in a playoff after birdieing his final three holes of regulation.
2026 victory
Won the Charles Schwab Challenge for his sixth PGA Tour title.
Major form
Recorded a career-best tied-third finish at the 2026 Masters.
Season consistency
Posted six top-10 finishes and finished fourth in the FedExCup.
Returning After a 3-1-0 Debut
Henley made his Presidents Cup debut in 2024 and produced a 3-1-0 record. His 2026 season earned him one of the six automatic U.S. Team positions for Medinah.
His accurate driving, dependable short game and prior winning record give captain Brandt Snedeker a flexible option in both team formats.
What Clubs Does Henley Use?
Henley won at Colonial with a predominantly Titleist setup featuring a TSi3 driver, mixed-generation irons, four Vokey wedges and a Scotty Cameron prototype putter.
Russell Henley Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Russell Henley?
He is 37 years old and was born April 12, 1989.
How many PGA Tour events has Russell Henley won?
He has six PGA Tour victories through September 22, 2026.
What is Russell Henley’s Presidents Cup record?
He enters the 2026 event with a 3-1-0 record from his 2024 debut.
How did Russell Henley qualify for the 2026 Presidents Cup?
He secured an automatic U.S. Team berth by finishing fifth in the qualification standings.
How This Profile Was Verified
Career facts and 2026 results were checked against PGA Tour records and the official Presidents Cup team announcement on September 22, 2026.
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