Joaquín Niemann is a Chilean professional golfer who competes in the LIV Golf League.
Born on November 7, 1998, in Santiago, Chile, he has emerged as one of the most talented players from South America in recent years.
Niemann turned professional in 2018 after a stellar amateur career that saw him reach the top of the World Amateur Golf Ranking.
He is known for his smooth swing, powerful game, and competitive spirit, having made history as the first Chilean to win on the PGA Tour.
Siblings
Joaquín has one known sibling, Lukas Niemann.
While not much is known about Lukas, he has been mentioned in connection with supporting Joaquín’s golf journey.
Career
Niemann’s introduction to golf came early, around age two or three, when his father, a recreational golfer, began taking him to the course.
Growing up in Chile, he practiced in unconventional ways compared to many touring professionals, often honing his skills in ways that built creativity and adaptability.
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As an amateur, he dominated regionally, winning multiple times on the Chilean Tour and claiming the 2018 Latin America Amateur Championship.
He held the No. 1 spot in the World Amateur Golf Ranking for 44 weeks between 2017 and 2018, becoming the first South American to achieve that feat.
This success earned him invitations to major championships, though he turned professional before playing in all of them.
After turning pro in 2018, Niemann quickly made an impact on the PGA Tour.
In 2019, he captured his first victory at A Military Tribute at The Greenbrier, becoming the first Chilean winner on the tour and the youngest international winner since 1923.
His second PGA Tour title came in 2022 at the Genesis Invitational, where he posted a strong score to secure the win.
Niemann has also claimed titles on the European Tour, Asian Tour, and PGA Tour of Australasia.
In 2022, he joined the LIV Golf League, where he has thrived as captain of Torque GC.
He has recorded seven individual wins in LIV Golf, including multiple victories in 2024 and 2025, establishing him as one of the league’s most successful players with the record for the most individual titles.
His career has included solid performances in majors, such as a tie for 16th at the 2023 Masters, and representation of Chile in events like the Presidents Cup.
Accolades
Niemann is a two-time PGA Tour winner, with victories that opened doors for Chilean golf on the global stage.
His amateur accomplishments include topping the World Amateur Golf Ranking and earning the Mark McCormack Medal.
On the LIV Golf circuit, he holds the record with seven individual event wins, showcasing consistent excellence in the team and individual formats.
Additional professional wins span various tours, totaling over 20 victories when including regional events.
Niemann has represented Chile internationally and achieved a career-high Official World Golf Ranking position inside the top 15.
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