Rohan Blizard (born 20 May 1984) is an Australian professional golfer, who currently plays on the Asian Tour.
Early life and amateur career Blizard was born in New South Wales and plays golf at New South Wales Golf Club. The highlight of his amateur career came in March 2007 when he claimed the Australian Amateur at his home course. He used local knowledge to his advantage, progressing to the final where he defeated fellow New South Welshman Justin Roach 3 & 2. Blizard was also a member of the Golf Australia National Squad.
Professional career In 2008, Blizard turned pro. His career highlight came in 2011 when he claimed the John Hughes Geely Nexus Risk Services Western Australia Open Championship, shooting a 5-under-par 67 in the final round for a 10-under-par total. This was a two stroke victory over Ashley Hall, David McKenzie and Matt Jager.
Amateur wins 2007 Australian Amateur, SBS Invitational 2008 New South Wales Medal, East of Scotland Open Amateur
Professional wins (3)
PGA Tour of Australasia wins (1) No.DateTournamentWinning scoreMargin ofvictoryRunners-up130 Oct 2011WA Open Championship−10 (67-70-74-67=278)2 strokes Ashley Hall, Matt Jager, David McKenzie
PGA Tour of Australasia playoff record (0–1) No.YearTournamentOpponentResult12015Isuzu Queensland Open David BransdonLost to birdie on third extra hole
PGA Tour China wins (1) No.DateTournamentWinning scoreMargin ofvictoryRunners-up112 Jun 2016Lanhai Open−10 (70-67-69=206)1 stroke Dou Zecheng, Jarin Todd
Other wins (1) 2007 Tasmanian Open (as an amateur)
Results in major championships Tournament2008The Open ChampionshipCUT Note: Blizard only played in The Open Championship. CUT = missed the half-way cut
Team appearances Amateur Nomura Cup (representing Australia): 2007 (winners) Eisenhower Trophy (representing Australia): 2008 Bonallack Trophy (representing Asia/Pacific): 2008 Australian Men's Interstate Teams Matches (representing New South Wales): 2005 (winners), 2006 (winners), 2007 (winners), 2008
External links
Profile on the Golf Australia website