Ricky Castillo

Ricky Castillo (born August 28, 2001) is an American professional golfer who plays on the PGA Tour.

Early life Born in Yorba Linda, California, Castillo began playing golf as a young child and attended Valencia High School in Placentia, California.

Amateur career Castillo earned an exemption into the 2020 U.S. Open at Winged Foot, but missed the cut. From October 7 to November 4, 2020, Castillo was number one on the World Amateur Golf Ranking.

Castillo attended the University of Florida in 2019.

Castillo also represented the United States in team events at the Walker Cup (helping the U.S. win in 2021) and the Arnold Palmer Cup.

In 2023, Castillo played on the Florida Gators team that won the NCAA Golf Championship.

Professional career Following his collegiate career, Castillo turned professional in 2023. He initially earned conditional status on the Korn Ferry Tour through PGA Tour University and, in his debut, won the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Wichita Open in June 2023. He later earned a PGA Tour card for the 2024–25 season.

In March 2025, Castillo took the place of Victor Perez in the 2025 Players Championship after the French golfer withdrew due to a back injury.

In March 2026, Castillo won the Puerto Rico Open for his first PGA Tour title.

Amateur wins 2016 Los Angeles City Junior, Winn Grips Heather Farr Classic 2018 Los Angeles City Junior Championship, PING Heather Farr Classic 2020 Sea Best Invitational, Florida Gators Invitational 2023 Vystar CU Gators Invitational

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Professional wins (2) PGA Tour wins (1)

Korn Ferry Tour wins (1)

Korn Ferry Tour playoff record (1–0)

Results in major championships

CUT = missed the half-way cut NT = no tournament due to the COVID-19 pandemic

Results in The Players Championship

CUT = missed the half-way cut "T" = tied

U.S. national team appearances Amateur Junior Ryder Cup: 2018 (winners) Walker Cup: 2021 (winners) Arnold Palmer Cup: 2020, 2021 (winners)

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