Started golf at age 9, following his father, a 3-handicapper. He played baseball for Western Australia, while his father played for Australia. It was a tossup between turning professional at baseball, tennis or golf. Lists former Major League pitcher Greg Maddux as his favorite athlete.

A native of Australia, marks his golf ball with a drawn-on kangaroo. The marking has been featured in Titleist advertisements.

After high school worked in a supermarket stacking shelves.

Biggest thrill in golf was winning the 2006 Australian PGA.

Supports the Ronald McDonald House.