Vegas moved to Houston, Texas from Venezuela, but he didn't stay in the city for college. Instead, after winning three junior tournaments in 2003, the University of Texas awarded him a scholarship.

Jhonattan Vegas, of Venezuela, watches his tee shot on the 17th hole during the second round of the PGA Championship on May 16, 2025. AP. Now, after two rounds of this PGA, he leads the tournament ...

Vegas’ story has been about perseverance from the very beginning. He grew up in Maturin, Venezuela, where his father catered food to the workers at a local oil field.

Now, the 40-year-old from Venezuela is among the favorites to win at Quail Hollow. ... Jhonattan Vegas stood on the tee at the 17th, deep in Quail Hollow’s Green Mile.

Jhonattan Vegas has enjoyed a glistening few days at the links in Quail Hollow. Here's how his PGA Championship showing compares to others he's offered over the years at major tournaments.

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - MAY 15: Jhonattan Vegas of Venezuela plays his shot from the 12th tee during the first round of the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Country Club on May 15, 2025 in ...

Vegas, a 40-year-old from Venezuela, has one top-25 finish at a major championship in his career, ... Jhonattan Vegas will play Saturday’s third round of the PGA in the final group.

Jhonattan Vegas, of Venezuela, reacts after missing a eagle putt on the seventh hole during the first round of the PGA Championship golf tournament at the Quail Hollow Club, Thursday, May 15, 2025 ...

Vegas moved to Houston, Texas from Venezuela, but he didn't stay in the city for college. Instead, after winning three junior tournaments in 2003, the University of Texas awarded him a scholarship.

Jhonattan Vegas, of Venezuela, watches his tee shot on the 17th hole during the second round of the PGA Championship on May 16, 2025. AP.