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Al Geiberger

1 Major Championship • 90th All-Time

1 Wins
0 2nd Place
First Win Age
Last Win Age

Major Championship Wins

About Al Geiberger

Al Geiberger won 1 major championship during their career.

Career Highlights

  • 1966 — Won PGA Championship at Firestone Country Club
  • 1977 — Became first player to shoot 59 in a PGA Tour event (Danny Thomas Memphis Classic)
  • 1966-1979 — Earned 11 PGA Tour victories
  • 1987-1996 — Won 10 PGA Tour Champions titles

Did You Know?

  • Mr. 59: His historic 59 earned him a legendary nickname that has defined his career more than his major championship victory.
  • Peanut Butter Routine: During tournament rounds, Geiberger famously ate peanut butter sandwiches to maintain his energy and blood sugar levels.
  • Record Stood Alone: His 1977 score of 59 stood as the only sub-60 round on the PGA Tour for 14 years until Chip Beck matched it in 1991.