Summary
Kim Joo-Hyung is a South Korean professional golfer with a net worth of $1.5 million. He is also popularly known as “Tom Kim”. At present, he is a regular participant in PGA Tour events. Read to know Kim’s net worth, salary, earnings, wife, age, and related information.
About Kim Joo-Hyung
Kim is the son of professional South Korean golfer, Kim Chang-ik. He was a regular player on the Buy.com Tour and later became a teaching professional. During the early stage of his career, Kim mostly played in Australia, the Philippines, and Thailand.
Kim turned professional in 2018. That year, he started participating in various tournaments of the Philippine Golf Tour. The following year, he mostly participated in Asian Development Tour. He had two fourth-place finishes in Malaysia and two runners-up finish in Thailand that year. Additionally, he won his career first event at the PGM ADT championship.
In November 2019, Kim Joo-Hyung won the Panasonic Open India and became the second youngest professional to win an Asian Tour event. He earned an entry to the 2020 Open Championship by placing fourth in the SMBC Singapore Open.
Recently Kim won the Singapore International 2022, by defeating Rattanon Wannasrichan in a playoff. He finished the season as the leading money winner of the Asian Tour. At the 2022 Open Championship, Kim placed T47. Following that, he placed 7th at the Rocket Mortgage Classic, which got him an entry to the PGA Tour 2022-23 season.
Kim earned a spot on the international team for the 2022 Presidents Cup. He won two and lost three of his five matches there. In addition, the media acclaimed him as one of the event’s stars thanks to his entertaining performance. At present, he is participating in the Shriners Children’s Open 2022. Currently, he is ranked 19th on OWGR.
Kim Joo-Hyung Net Worth
Kim’s net worth is $1.5 million in 2023. In his professional career, the golfer earned over $3 million altogether. He only recently started participating in the PGA Tour events. But he already earned around a million as prize money from there. Last season, he earned a total of $2.8 million from various official events.
Kim’s Endorsements
Kim Joo-Hyung signed a sponsorship deal with the golf brand Titleist in December 2019. The following year, he earned another sponsorship, this time from CJ Logistics.
Quick Facts
Full Name | Kim Joo-Hyung |
Nickname | Tom |
Profession | Golf |
Swing | Right |
Date of Birth | 21 June 2002 |
Place of Birth | Seoul, South Korea |
Age | 20 |
Nationality | South Korean |
Professional Debut | 2018 |
Height | 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) |
Weight | 72 kg (158.7 lbs) |
Net Worth | $1.5 million |
Marital Status | Unmarried |
Father’s Name | Kim Chang-Ik |
Mother’s Name | n/a |
Salary | $2.8 million |
Twitter Handle | @joohyungkim0621 |
Instagram Handle | @joohyungkim0621 |
Kim’s Wife
Kim is currently single. He isn’t married yet either. The young golfer is currently dedicated to developing his professional golf career at an international level.
His Age
Kim was born on 21 June 2002 in Seoul, South Korea. At present, he is 20 years old only.
His Height and Weight
The young South Korean professional golfer is 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) tall and he weighs 72 kg (158.7 lbs).
His Nickname
Kim Joo-Hyung’s nickname is “Tom.” His nickname came from his love for the cartoon “Thomas the Train” from a young age.
Kim Joo-Hyung’s stats
Tour Wins Overview
Tour | Win |
PGA Tour | 1 |
Asian Tour | 2 |
Other | 7 |
Best of Major Championships
Championship | Best Placement | Year |
Masters Tournament | DNP | – |
PGA Championship | Cut | 2020, 2022 |
US Open | 23rd | 2022 |
The Open Championship | T47 | 2022 |
Career Achievements
Achievements | Year |
Korean Tour Order of Merit | 2021 |
Asian Tour Order of Merit | 2020, 2021, 2022 |
Career Stats: 2022 YTD
Category | Stats |
Driving Distance | 56% |
Fairway Hit % | 0% |
SG: Approach | 97% |
Greens in Reg % | 97% |
SG: Around the Green | 67% |
Sand Save % | 38% |
SG: Tee to Green | 90% |
Sg: Putting | 72% |
SG: Total | 94% |
SG: OTT | 73% |
Birdies or Better % | 94% |
One-Putt % | 0% |
Scramble % | 0% |
Joohyung Kim’s winning highlights from Wyndham Championship | 2022
FAQ about Kim Joo-Hyung
What is Kim Joo-Hyung’s Net Worth in 2023?
Kim’s net worth is $1.5 million in 2023.
Is Kim Married?
No. Kim is currently single.
How Tall is He?
He is 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) tall.
How Old is He?
He is only 20 years old.
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