Erik van Rooyen Golf, Net Worth, Player Profile, Stats, Bio, Career

Erik van Rooyen Golfer

Erik van Rooyen – PGA Tour Professional

Early Life & Education
Erik van Rooyen was born February 21, 1990, in Bellville, South Africa. He attended the University of Minnesota, where he played collegiate golf from 2009 to 2013, earning All-Big Ten honors.

Professional Career
Van Rooyen turned professional in 2013. He competed on the European Tour (now DP World Tour) before earning his PGA Tour card for the 2019-20 season.

His first PGA Tour victory came at the 2021 Barracuda Championship. He also won the 2019 Scandinavian Invitation on the European Tour.

Career Earnings & Net Worth
Through 2023, van Rooyen’s PGA Tour career earnings exceed $7.5 million. His European Tour earnings add approximately €3 million to his career total.

While exact net worth figures aren’t publicly verified, his combined earnings and endorsements place him among successful international touring professionals.

Tournament Highlights
– PGA Tour Victory: 2021 Barracuda Championship
– European Tour Victory: 2019 Scandinavian Invitation
– Career-best major finish: T8 at 2019 PGA Championship

Personal Life
Van Rooyen married Rose Roth in 2016. The couple welcomed their first child, a daughter named Valerie, in 2021. They currently reside in Jupiter, Florida.

Playing Style
Known for his aggressive style and distinctive facial hair, van Rooyen has become recognized for wearing jogger-style golf pants during competition.

His swing is characterized by its power and rhythm, consistently ranking among the tour’s longer hitters.

Equipment
Van Rooyen plays Callaway equipment and is sponsored by TravisMathew apparel.

Rankings
His highest Official World Golf Ranking position was 40th in 2020. He has consistently maintained a position within the top 200 players globally since 2019..