Mackenzie Hughes

Mackenzie Hughes

Nationality: Canada
Date of Birth: November 23, 1990
Current World Ranking (2026): #118 (1.1518 pts)
Tour: PGA Tour

Background

Mackenzie Hughes is a Canadian professional golfer competing on the PGA Tour. Born in Hamilton, Ontario, Hughes represents a growing tradition of Canadian talent in professional golf, following in the footsteps of players like Mike Weir and Graham DeLaet. The Canadian golf scene has produced several PGA Tour winners in recent years, and Hughes has been part of this wave of success.

Career Overview

Hughes turned professional in 2012 after a successful collegiate career. He earned his PGA Tour card through the Web.com Tour (now Korn Ferry Tour) in 2016. His early professional years showed promise, with steady improvement in his game and tournament results.

In 2026, Hughes has maintained his PGA Tour status with a series of mid-tier finishes. His best performance came at the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches where he finished tied for 25th at 7-under par. Other notable 2026 results include a T32 at the WM Phoenix Open (-7) and a T35 at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am (-12).

While not currently in the world's top 100 (ranked #118 as of 2026), Hughes has demonstrated consistency in making cuts and competing against elite fields. His 2026 season shows a pattern of hovering around even par in most tournaments, with scores typically ranging from a few under to a few over par depending on course difficulty.

Current Status

As of early 2026, Hughes continues to compete regularly on the PGA Tour. His game appears suited to a variety of courses, with recent results showing he can contend when putting together four solid rounds. The Canadian golfer will look to build on his mid-tier finishes and challenge for higher positions as the season progresses.

At age 35 (as of 2026), Hughes is in what are typically a golfer's prime competitive years. His experience on Tour and steady play suggest he could potentially contend for another victory with improved consistency in his short game and putting. Hughes remains one of Canada's most visible professional golfers on the PGA Tour circuit.