Golf may be a gentleman’s game, but some players have taken the “me, myself, and I” approach straight down the fairway. From ego-filled interviews to dramatic on-course behavior, these golfers were never afraid to let the world know how much they loved their own swing.
Whether they were dominating leaderboards or just dominating headlines, this group had enough self-confidence to fill every country club from Augusta to Pebble Beach. Let’s rank the 15 most conceited golfers to ever strut down the fairway like they owned it.
15. Sergio Garcia
Sergio never lacked belief in his own abilities, even when his results didn’t quite match the hype. He made headlines just as often for his complaints as he did for his ball striking.
14. Bryson DeChambeau
Bryson calls himself “The Scientist,” but he often acted like a mad genius who just discovered golf. From bulking up to breaking down physics mid-round, he always believed he was playing a different game than everyone else.
13. Ian Poulter
Poulter once claimed he was the only one who could challenge Tiger. That should tell you everything you need to know about his self-esteem levels.
12. Rory Sabbatini
Sabbatini’s confidence was often mistaken for confrontation. He didn’t just think he belonged at the top—he wanted to let every playing partner know it.
11. Greg Norman
The Shark had the swagger to match his nickname. Even when the major wins didn’t pile up, his belief in his own greatness never wavered.
10. Vijay Singh
Vijay was one of the best, and he made sure you knew it. Whether it was his intense work ethic or his standoffish attitude, he wasn’t trying to win any popularity contests.
9. Rickie Fowler
Rickie’s style and flair often overshadowed his scorecard. He marketed himself like a world-beater long before he started contending for serious titles.
8. Colin Montgomerie
Monty could never quite hide his frustration—or his belief that he should be winning everything. His reactions on the course were often just as loud as his internal monologue.
7. Brooks Koepka
Koepka walks around like a guy who thinks golf should be lucky to have him. He’s won plenty, but he still acts like the cool kid who’s above the game.
6. John Daly
Daly might’ve looked like an everyman, but his ego was anything but humble. Between the wild outfits and wild quotes, he was his own biggest fan.
5. Patrick Reed
Reed has long acted like the villain of the PGA Tour, and it seems he’s totally fine with that. He plays with a chip on his shoulder the size of a bunker.
4. Phil Mickelson
Lefty’s smile has always been part charm, part smugness. He could spin a flop shot—and a press conference—like no one else.
3. Tiger Woods
Tiger backed it all up with historic greatness, but let’s be real—he knew exactly how good he was. He played with ice in his veins and carried the confidence of a dynasty all by himself.
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2. Payne Stewart
With his signature outfits and strutting demeanor, Stewart made sure every round looked like a runway walk. He oozed flair and never second-guessed his own swagger.
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1. Ben Hogan
Hogan didn’t just think he was better—he thought he had the whole game figured out. He was a cold, calculating machine who didn’t care much for praise unless it came from a mirror.
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