Linn Grant is a professional golfer from Helsingborg, Sweden. She turned professional in August 2021 after a successful collegiate career at Arizona State University. Grant made history in 2022 by becoming the first woman to win on the DP World Tour (now European Tour) at the Volvo Car Scandinavian Mixed, winning by an impressive 9 strokes. Before turning professional, Grant had already succeeded as an amateur, winning the Ladies British Open Amateur Stroke Play Championship in 2017, 49 years after her grandfather won the Scottish Boys Championship on the same course. Since joining the professional ranks, Grant has continued to impress, winning 11 professional events before the age of 25 and reaching a career-high world ranking of #15 in September 2023.
IN 2022, Grant won the Sunshine Ladies Tour Order of Merit, and the Ladies European Tour Order of Merit, and was named the Ladies European Tour Rookie of the Year and Player of the Year. She also won the Swedish Golfer of the Year award and signed a multi-year contract with Adidas Golf in March 2022. Despite missing the 2023 Chevron Championship due to her unvaccinated status against COVID-19 at the time, Grant has continued to perform well in major championships, with her best finishes including a T17 at the 2024 Chevron Championship, a T9 at the 2024 Women's PGA Championship, and a T11 at the 2023 Women's British Open.
Who are Linn Grant’s parents?
Linn Grant's parents are John Grant and Maria Grant. John Grant is a former professional golfer who played on the Swedish Golf Tour and has achieved seven wins on the Swedish Senior Tour.
Who is Linn Grant’s father?
Linn Grant's father is John Grant, who played professionally on the Swedish Golf Tour and the Swedish Seniors Tour.
John Grant comes from a family with a rich history in golf. His father, Jim Grant, was a Scottish golf professional who emigrated from Inverness to Helsingborg, Sweden. James won the Scottish Boys Championship at North Berwick Golf Club, a course that would later hold special significance for his granddaughter Linn, according to the LPGA.
John Grant's own professional career included seven wins on the Swedish Senior Tour.
Who is Linn Grant’s mother?
Maria Grant is the mother of professional golfer Linn Grant. Unfortunately, not much information is available about her.
What is Linn Grant’s parents's nationality?
Linn Grant's parents are of Swedish nationality.
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FAQ's On Linn Grant’s Parents
A. Linn Grant was born on June 20, 1999.
A. Linn Grant is from Helsingborg, Sweden.
A. Linn Grant turned professional in August 2021.
A. Linn Grant has five wins on the Ladies European Tour and one on the LPGA Tour, as of July 2024.
A. Linn Grant represented the European Team at the Solheim Cup in 2023.
A. Linn Grant was ranked as high as second in the World Amateur Golf Rankings during her amateur career.
