SA Open Past Winners
The South African Open Championship dates to 1903, and its roll of honour reads like a history of South African golf. This guide sets out the heritage and the deep local record behind the national open. It is evergreen and leans on tradition, so for the current field and prices head to the CasinOnline sportsbook.
Gary Player and the record holders
Gary Player is the most prolific champion in the event's history with a record thirteen SA Open titles, a mark that anchors the tournament's heritage. Before him, Bobby Locke was a dominant home champion in the mid-twentieth century. The depth of the South African record is the defining feature of the roll of honour, and it is part of why backing a fancied home player is the popular local play.
The modern South African champions
The modern era continued the home tradition. Ernie Els is a multiple SA Open champion, Retief Goosen and Trevor Immelman added their names, Charl Schwartzel has lifted the trophy, and Louis Oosthuizen won the title in 2018. That run of major-winning South Africans on the honours board underlines the strength of the home field. For the betting markets built on this event, see SA Open odds and markets.
Frequently asked questions
Who has won the most SA Open titles?
Gary Player holds the record with thirteen South African Open Championship titles, the most of any player.
Which major champions have won the SA Open?
Several major winners feature on the honours board, including Bobby Locke, Gary Player, Ernie Els as a multiple champion, Retief Goosen, Trevor Immelman, Charl Schwartzel and Louis Oosthuizen.