Paul Claxton

Paul Claxton (born February 9, 1968) is an American professional golfer.

Biography
Claxton was born and raised in Vidalia, Georgia. He attended the University of Georgia and was a member of the golf team. He majored in Business and graduated in 1992.

Claxton turn professional in 1993. He was a member of the PGA Tour in 1997, 2002, 2005 and 2008. He was a member of the Nationwide Tour in 1995-96, 1998–2001, 2003–04, 2006–07 and 2009-10. When he won the 2007 Melwood Prince George's County Open, he surpassed $1,000,000 in earnings on the Nationwide Tour becoming the first player to do so.

Claxton has participated in two majors, including the 2005 U.S. Open. He finished tied for 23rd.

After Claxton's touring career ended, he became a club professional in Georgia. He qualified for the 2017 PGA Championship through the PGA Professional Championship.

Claxton lives in Vidalia, Georgia.

Amateur wins

 * 1991 Sunnehanna Amateur

Nationwide Tour wins (2)
Nationwide Tour playoff record (0–2)

Other wins (3)

 * 2017 Georgia Open
 * 2018 Georgia PGA Championship
 * 2019 Georgia PGA Championship

Results in major championships
{{legend|#eeeeee|Did not play}} CUT = missed the half-way cut "T" = tied Note: Claxton never played in the Masters Tournament or The Open Championship.

U.S. national team appearances

 * PGA Cup: 2017