Keegan Bradley’s wife, net worth, LIV Golf stance, potential BMW championship winnings
As Keegan Bradley enters the final round of the BMW Championship on Sunday, he is in a prime position to claim victory. Leading by a single stroke over Adam Scott with a total score of -12, Bradley is poised to potentially secure his first PGA Tour win in over a year. The competition remains fierce, with Ludvig Åberg and Alex Noren also within striking distance at T3 with scores of -10.
Bradley’s most recent PGA Tour victory came at the 2023 Travelers Championship, where he triumphed over Zac Blair and Brian Harman by three strokes. His only other major win to date was the 2011 PGA Championship, where he won in a dramatic play-off against Jason Dufner at the Atlanta Athletic Club.
As the BMW Championship concludes at Castle Pines, we take a closer look at Keegan Bradley’s life outside the golf course, his financial standing, and his views on the ongoing LIV Golf controversy.
Keegan Bradley’s Net Worth
Keegan Bradley has accumulated considerable wealth over his career through tournament winnings and endorsements. His estimated net worth stands at around £19.5 million ($25 million). This amount, while substantial, pales in comparison to the fortunes of some of his peers; for instance, Rory McIlroy’s net worth is approximately £132 million, and World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler boasts a fortune of £70 million.
Bradley’s financial gains have been significantly bolstered by notable wins and endorsements. His 2011 PGA Championship victory alone added about £1 million ($1.44 million) to his net worth. Other significant earnings include his win at the 2022 ZOZO Championship, which netted him £1.49 million ($1.98 million), a second-place finish at the 2023 Farmers Insurance Open earning him £717,000 ($948,000), and a T9 finish at the 2023 TOUR Championship which brought in £749,000 ($990,000).
The 2024 BMW Championship offers Bradley another opportunity to enhance his financial portfolio. The tournament features a total prize pool of £15.1 million ($20 million), with the first-place winner set to receive £2.7 million ($3.6 million). Second place will take home £1.6 million, and third place will be awarded £1.02 million.
Bradley’s Personal Life
Keegan Bradley’s personal life has been well-documented, particularly his marriage to Jillian Stacey. The couple, who both hail from Vermont, first met in 2012. Their engagement was announced in August 2015, with Stacey proudly sharing images of her engagement ring on Instagram. The couple married in December 2016 in a lavish ceremony held at the Henry Morrison Flagler Museum in Palm Beach, Florida. The event was celebrated with great joy, and Jillian later shared photos from their first dance, expressing her happiness over their wedding.
Following their wedding, the Bradleys honeymooned in Italy, visiting cities such as Rome, Florence, and Venice, where they shared pictures of their romantic getaway. The couple has two sons: Logan James, born in November 2017, and Cooper, whose birthdate remains private. The Bradleys prefer to keep their children’s lives away from the public eye.
Bradley’s Position on LIV Golf
The emergence of LIV Golf, a rival league backed by Saudi Arabian funding, has created a division within the golfing community. While PGA Tour players have been vocal about their opposition to LIV Golf, notable figures like Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy have expressed their criticism of the league. The rivalry is partly fueled by the fact that LIV Golf is not sanctioned by the Official World Golf Ranking, making it challenging for its players to qualify for certain events, including the Ryder Cup.
As a potential captain for Team USA in the 2025 Ryder Cup, Bradley has stated that he will not let politics sway his team selection. However, he has emphasized that LIV Golf players, including prominent names like Bryson DeChambeau, Dustin Johnson, and Brooks Koepka, will need to prove their merit to be considered for the team. Bradley’s approach highlights his commitment to maintaining a focus on performance rather than the controversies surrounding LIV Golf.
As the final round of the BMW Championship approaches, all eyes will be on Bradley as he seeks to capitalize on his leading position and potentially add another significant victory to his career.