Discover the 5 greatest BMW PGA Championship Winners to grace the green at the Wentworth Club and learn about their most memorable moments.

The BMW PGA Championship is one of the most prestigious golf tournaments in the world. Held annually at the Wentworth Club in Surrey, England, it is the flagship event of the European Tour.

Over the years, many great golfers have won the tournament, but only a select few can be considered the greatest. In this blog, we'll take a closer look at the 5 most outstanding BMW PGA Championship winners in the tournament's storied history.

From Welsh golfing icons to the incomparable legends of the game, these golfers have left an indelible mark on the tournament and cemented their place in golfing history. So, without further ado, let's tee off and take a closer look at these golfing greats.

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5. Brian Huggett

At number 5 on our list is former Welsh golfer Brian Huggett, who enjoyed a successful career during the 1960s and 1970s. He won numerous tournaments during his career, perhaps his most significant win being in the 1967 BMW PGA Championship.

Huggett's victory at Wentworth was one of the most dominant wins of his career, and it helped to establish him as one of the leading golfers of his time. He finished the tournament with a score of 271, a vast eight strokes ahead of his closest competitors, Jimmy Hitchcock and Bernard Hunt.

Huggett's victory helped to pave the way for future success in his career. The Welshman went on to represent Europe in the Ryder Cup on several occasions, and he also enjoyed success as a golf commentator after his playing career ended.

Today, he is remembered as one of the greats of Welsh golf, and his victory at the 1967 BMW PGA Championship remains the most significant winning margin in the tournament's history.

4. Luke Donald

Next up is British golfer Luke Donald, who had impressive success in the early 2010s, winning the BMW PGA Championship twice consecutively in 2011 and 2012.

Known for his precise and consistent play, as well as his ability to perform well under pressure, Donald has won numerous tournaments throughout his career. But his greatest successes came at the Wentworth Club.

In 2011, he finished the tournament with a score of 278 and claimed victory with a sudden death playoff victory over fellow countryman Lee Westwood to become the new world number 1. He repeated his success the following year, finishing with a score of 273 and a four-stroke victory over Paul Lawrie.

Donald's success at the BMW PGA Championship helped to cement his place at the top of the rankings in the early 2010s and established him as a force to be reckoned with on the green.

Today, he is still playing on the PGA and European Tour and has recently been announced as the European Ryder Cup team captain, adding to the list of achievements in his impressive career.

3. Peter Alliss

In third place on our list is Peter Alliss, who is not only a golfing legend but also one of the most respected commentators in the sport. He won the BMW PGA Championship in 1957 and 1962, and in 1965 becoming the first man to win the tournament three times, a feat that was not repeated for 24 years.

Alliss is remembered for his technical mastery of the game, and his influence can still be felt in the sport today. He won 31 professional tournaments in his career and was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2012.

Alliss' victory at the BMW PGA Championship in 1957 marked his fifth career tournament win. He finished the tournament with a score of 286, three strokes ahead of his countryman Charlie Ward. He claimed his second title in 1962, finishing with a score of 287 and a narrow one-stroke victory over Ralph Moffitt.

Alliss' skill as a golfer was matched only by his passion for the sport, which he continued to share with fans as a commentator for many years after his playing career ended.

2. Bernhard Langer

In the number 2 spot is German golf legend and two-time Masters winner Bernhard Langer.

Just like the last man on the list, Langer also won the BMW PGA Championship three times in his illustrious career in 1987, 1993 and 1995, a record only bested by one man. Langer is known for his consistency and accuracy on the course, and his performances at Wentworth stand as a testament to his incredible pedigree as a golfer.

Langer's first victory at the BMW PGA Championship didn't come until 1987, by which time the German had already amassed 16 tournament wins. He finished the tournament with a score of 270, defeating fellow golfing icon and three-time BMW PGA Championship winner Steve Ballesteros by four strokes.

He claimed his second tournament victory in 1993, finishing with a score of 274 and a dominant six-stroke triumph over yet another three-time winner and one of the most outstanding Genesis Scottish Open winners Colin Montgomerie. This win added to his impressive record of beating Wentworth's biggest legends on the green.

Langer's success at the BMW PGA Championship helped cement his place as one of the greatest golfers ever. He went on to win an astounding 121 tournaments in his career, including 42 European Tour wins and two major championships.

1. Nick Faldo

At number one on our list is British golfing master and four-time BMW PGA Championship winner Nick Faldo.

Faldo is widely regarded as one of the greatest golfers of all time, and when you look at his magnificent list of achievements, it's easy to see why. He won the BMW PGA Championship on four separate occasions, in 1978, 1980, 1981, and 1989, as well as a whopping six major championships.

Faldo's dominance at Wentworth is undeniable, and he remains the only player in history to have won the tournament four times.

His first win in 1978 came at the age of 21, making him the youngest tournament winner at the time. He emerged victorious again in 1980 and 1981, becoming only the second player to win the tournament thrice.

Faldo's skill as a golfer was a showcase of his supreme dedication and hard work. He went on to win 43 tournaments and also features on our list of the greatest Betfred British Masters Champions.

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