Patrick Cantlay is one of the rising names on the men’s golf circuit. The golfer currently plays on the PGA Tour and has previously played on the European Tour as well. He has a total of nine professional wins, which include one Korn Ferry Tour win and eight PGA Tour event triumphs. Alongside this, he also won the 2021 FedEx Cup. The golfer also had a pretty successful amateur career and is the former number-one golfer in the WAGR (World Amateur Golf Ranking), where he kept his first place for 55 weeks. 

The golfer had nine top-ten finishes in 2023, including a T9 finish at the PGA Championship with a score of 1-under 279. Given his current excellent form, the golfer also made a trip to Rome for the Ryder Cup. There, he secured a 1-up victory for the USA in the Saturday fourballs, paired with Wyndham Clark. The 31-year-old also won his singles match against Justin Rose with a score of 2&1. Now, to cheer on the golfer, somebody special traveled alongside Cantlay to the Marco Simone Golf and Country Club. Let’s find out about his wife!

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Who is Nikki Guidish?

Patrick Cantlay’s wife is Nikki Guidish. She was born on November 12, 1991, in Naples, Florida, to Jerry and Ann Guidish. The American golfer’s wife is 1.62 m (5 ft 4 in) and has two siblings, Douglas and Joseph.

She has a long history in the sporting world. According to Sport Rankers, her father and grandmother have played golf on the amateur circuit. And now, she found love in someone who is a pro golfer himself.

Her college education started in 2010 at the University of Central Florida. She completed her pre-clinical studies in health sciences, focusing on pharmacology, at this university. In 2014, she completed her doctorate in pharmacology from the University of South Florida.

What does Nikki Guidish do professionally?

Patrick Cantlay’s wife is a former model, fitness influencer, and bodybuilder. She has participated in many bodybuilding events, including the NPC Tampa Pro Prejudging. Through her modelling career, she has landed the cover of a Spring Break calendar and also featured in South Hampton magazine.

Also, she is friends with the wives of other golfers, like Jena Sims. She even uploaded a picture with Sims on her Instagram. Taking a look at her LinkedIn, one gets to know she’s a pharmacist by profession and has worked at Publix. Nikki has also worked for Palm Beach Pharmaceuticals.

Guidish also did an internship with Northside Hospital and St. Mary’s Medical Centre.

How Patrick Cantlay and Nikki Guidish built their relationship

The exact date when they made their relationship official is not known, but the golfer dated Nikki Guidish for a long time before taking his wedding vows.

Nikki made an appearance in the 2021 Ryder Cup to cheer for the USA who went on to win 19-9 at Whistling Straits.  The couple was seen together first at the 2021 Memorial Tournament, where Cantlay defeated Collin Morikawa in a playoff.

On the other hand, Nikki first featured on Cantlay’s Instagram handle in September 2021.

A year later, Cantlay proposed to Nikki on September 3, 2022. Guidish shared a post about the same and captioned it, “My whole heart ♥️ 9.3.22 ♥️.” Cantlay also took to his Instagram to confirm the same a few days later sharing a picture of the two having a celebratory dinner. 

In November 2022, the couple got engaged in Napa, California, and Guidish posted that on Instagram to share her happy moment with her followers. Cantlay proposed to his long-term girlfriend during a wine-tasting trip. 

On September 11, she hosted an all-women’s gala party. This took place two weeks before the Ryder Cup and seemed like a bachelorette party. She even wrote the caption “Happiest Hour”. To this, some commented “beautiful bride”.

Although Patrick Cantlay couldn’t bag the Ryder Cup trophy for the USA in 2023, he had bigger plans for Rome. After Europe’s win on Sunday, Monday marked a vital day for the US player. Cantlay and his partner, Nikki, at last, tied the knot in the ancient city of Rome. 

Before the ceremony took place, Cantlay addressed a press conference, where he said, “Well, I am getting married tomorrow, yes”. He further continued, “I’m very excited about it.”

Nikki Guidish even posted pictures of their marriage on Instagram. In the pictures, the golfer is seen in a black tuxedo, and his wife is in a beautiful bridal dress. The post also has the caption, “Yesterday was a dream 🥹🤍So incredibly thankful for our amazing wedding planner and team @roberta_torresan 🤩Our wonderful photographer @videostudiorobertomarchionne @stregisrome – such a stunning venue with the best staff 🤗❤️” Other than their love life, let’s also take a look at Guidish’s career and other important things related to her.

How Nikki supports Patrick Cantlay’s career

Patrick Cantlay’s wife is his forever fan and is constantly seen supporting him throughout his career. She takes time to be at his tournaments whenever she can. For example, she was there sharing a kiss with the 8-time PGA Tour winner when he won the FedEx Cup in September 2021, with 21 under par. He outperformed the likes of Jon Rahm and Kevin Na to emerge victorious.

Nikki was present at the Presidents Cup 2022, too, when Patrick was a part of the winning US team. She also posed with former presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush at the event.

Besides this, she also offers social support to Patrick. Her friendship with other PGA Tour star wives helps him maintain a healthy work-life balance by being more social.

Patrick Cantlay and Nikki Guidish’s public appearances and social media presence

Both Patrick Cantlay and his wife are active on social media. After their first appearance on each other’s Instagram posts in 2021, the couple has become a regular feature. While Patrick Cantlay shares both personal and professional updates on his social media, Nikki is all about her husband. Most of the recent uploads on her Instagram handle feature Patrick Cantlay.

Patrick Cantlay’s social media accounts:

Instagram handle: @patrickcantlay

Facebook profile: PCantlayGolf

Nikki Guidish’s social media accounts:

Instagram handle: @nikki.cantlay

LinkedIn profile: Nicole Guidish

Patrick Cantlay’s wife’s role in his life extends far beyond just being his wife. She is a pillar of strength to the American golfer. Besides her unwavering commitment to cheer for Patrick on tours, she also offers him emotional and social support. As Patrick plays in the third Ryder Cup tour of his career, this support will prove very useful.