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Jason Belmonte AM (born 29 July 1983) is an Australian professional ten-pin bowler. He plays on the PBA Tour in the United States[2] and in world events. He is known for being one of the first bowlers to gain media attention for using the two-handed approach style to deliver his shot. He has won 32 PBA titles (seventh most all-time), including a record 15 major championships; he is only one of eight bowlers in PBA tour history to achieve 30 wins, making him the only 30-time winner in PBA Tour history who is not currently a member of the PBA Hall of Fame (he will not meet the required 20 years since his first PBA tournament until 2028).

Key Information

Belmonte is one of two bowlers in PBA history to have won the Super Slam, winning all five PBA major titles (the other being Mike Aulby). He is the all-time leader in both USBC Masters and PBA Tournament of Champions titles, winning each event four times. He is also the only three-time winner of the PBA Players Championship.

Belmonte has been named PBA Player of the Year seven times, tying the record previously set by Walter Ray Williams Jr.,[3] and he is one of five bowlers (with Earl Anthony, Mark Roth, Williams and E. J. Tackett) to win that award in three consecutive seasons (2013–2015). He won all seven PoY awards in a ten-season stretch (2012–13 to 2022), during which he became the most dominant player on tour.[4]

Belmonte accumulated $1 million (USD) in career PBA earnings faster than any player in history (131 tournaments), surpassed the $1.5 million mark PBA earnings during the 2019 season, and eclipsed $2 million in PBA earnings during the 2022 season. Belmonte has at least 27 career 300 games in PBA Tour events through 2023, including the PBA's 21st nationally televised 300 in 2012,[5] as well as the 34th nationally televised 300 over ten years later in 2022.[6] He rolled another televised 300 game in the 2023 PBA Tour Finals to become the only player in PBA history with three televised perfect games.[7] He is considered one of the greatest bowlers of all time.[8][9][10]

Belmonte is perhaps the most well-marketed bowler of all time, owing in part to his popularisation of two-handed bowling. He is a member of the Storm,[11] 3G Shoes and Vise Grips pro staffs. Storm has collaborated with Belmonte to develop the "Signature" line of bowling balls, which bear the Belmo nickname and silhouette logo.[12]

He was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the 2022 Queen's Birthday Honours for significant service to tenpin bowling at the elite level.[13]

Early life

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Jason Belmonte was born on 29 July 1983 in Orange, New South Wales, Australia.[14] His father Aldo opened the Orange Ten Pin Bowl[15] when Jason was a toddler. As a result, Jason started rolling a ball at 18 months old. Interviewed in 2009, he commented: "The only problem for me though was as an 18-month-old baby boy lifting a nine- to 10-pound (4–4.5 kg) bowling ball ... it was a little hard, so like all babies I pushed the ball with two hands."[15] In doing so he developed a two-handed style which he uses today, placing only two fingers and no thumb in the ball to produce more revolutions.[2] He reports having tried one-handed bowling when he was 7, but concluded that it "sucked".[16]

Professional growth

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When Belmonte first joined the PBA, he focused on power (thinking "let’s break some pins").[16] After studying other professionals who "had the ability to make the ball dance", he simplified his delivery: decreasing his rev rate, ball speed, and approach speed; eliminating a "kangaroo hop"; and releasing from a more stable position.[16] As a result, his accuracy in hitting the pocket improved while he continued to strike with 20% lower rev rate.[16]

In 2022, his parents' bowling centre installed a ball tracking system that records ball path, speed, and rev rate, Belmonte saying "it's scarily accurate".[16] As of 2023, Belmonte travels with about 15 bowling balls of various construction.[16]

Noting Belmonte's recognition within the bowling industry and controversy over his two-handed style which some have called cheating, GQ magazine said in 2023 that Belmonte had become both an elder statesman at 39 and a polarising figure.[16] He remarked on his sometime loneliness—also spending six months of the year away from family—but said "there’s an abundance of love there" as well.[16]

Titles

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Belmonte has won one European Bowling Tour title, the Brunswick Euro Challenge, held in Greece. He also won the World Tenpin Masters championship in 2007. In September 2010, he defeated American Sean Rash in the finals to earn the 2010 Korea Cup title.[17]

On the PBA Tour, Belmonte owns 32 titles (7th on the PBA's all-time list), including his first title at the Bowling Foundation Long Island Classic (2009), and three titles in the 2011–12 season (GEICO Shark Open, World Series of Bowling Chameleon Open, and the Pepsi PBA Elite Players Championship). After making the televised finals in five of six PBA majors without winning, he defeated Wes Malott to capture his first PBA major title: the 2012–13 USBC Masters. (Belmonte would be retroactively awarded a major title for the 2011 Elite Players Championship, making the USBC Masters his second major.) He captured his third major at the 2014 Barbasol Tournament of Champions, again defeating Malott in the title match. On 8 February 2015, Belmonte became the first bowler to win three consecutive USBC Masters tournaments after defeating No. 1 seeded AJ Johnson. On 15 February 2015, he defeated No. 1 seed Rhino Page to capture his second consecutive Barbasol Tournament of Champions title, and his second major title in two weeks. After winning three major titles in 2017, including an unprecedented fourth USBC Masters, Belmonte stood in second place on the all-time PBA majors list with nine, behind only Earl Anthony and Pete Weber, who both have ten.[18] He won the first major of 2019, the PBA Tournament of Champions, to tie the record with ten majors. One month later, Belmonte won the 2019 PBA World Championship, making him the all-time major titles leader.[19] In February 2020, Belmonte won the U.S. Open to claim the "super slam" (a title in all five PBA majors), the second in PBA history after Mike Aulby.[20]

Based on a points system that took into account standard titles, major titles, top-five finishes and Player of the Year awards, Belmonte easily ranked #1 on the PBA's 2025 "Best 25 PBA Players of the Last 25 Seasons" list. His 450.5 points were over 100 more than second-ranked E. J. Tackett (327.5).[21]

Bowling career

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Amateur and international accomplishments

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Aged seventeen, Belmonte became the first Junior Australian to bowl a 300 game overseas. He also took five gold medals at the 2000 Junior National Championships, was selected for the Youth Australia team, and also held a place in this team in 2002 and 2004. Belmonte was awarded the 2001 Orange Junior Sportsperson of the Year and won the 2002 Senior Award. He also was awarded the Orange Sportsperson of the Year award in both 2002 and 2003. Belmonte won one gold, one silver and two bronze medals at the 2002 Commonwealth Championships in Scotland. Belmonte competed in Fédération Internationale des Quilleurs (FIQ) tournaments (the governing body of the sport and now known as International Bowling Federation (IBF)) such as the World Tenpin Bowling Association (WTBA) and Asian FIQ championships. He won a silver medal at the WTBA World Youth Championships in Thailand. Later in the year, he was selected in the Australian Open men's team, where he remains to the present time.

In 2004, Belmonte took three gold, one silver and one bronze the Asian Youth FIQ in Hong Kong and followed this up in the World Youth FIQ titles in Guam with a gold in the singles and a gold in all events. He won the prestigious 2004 Bowler of the Year award, voted by the Board of Directors of the World Bowlers Writers' Association.

Belmonte was invited to participate in the 2005 World Tenpin Masters in England where he was defeated in the semi-finals. In this event, he made history by bowling the first-ever 300 game in the event. The game was filmed by Matchroom Sport. In 2007, Belmonte was once again invited to take part in the World Tenpin Masters, held at the Barnsley Metrodome. After defeating the defending champion Chris Barnes of the United States in the semi-finals, Belmonte went on to defeat England's Paul Moor in the finals where he rolled the event's second-ever 300 game. Belmonte rolled 23 out of a possible 24 strikes to win the event with a 566 score for two games, against Moor's 524.

Belmonte represented Australia in the 2006 World Youth Championships in Berlin. He was part of the team to take the gold medal in the Team Event and went on to make the Masters after finishing in sixth place in the All Events. He was defeated in the second step of the Masters by the eventual winner, Mads Sandbaekken from Norway. He also competed in the adult version on the same year at Men's World Championship at the Asiad Bowling Center in Busan, Korea and went on to make the Masters match-play after finishing 4th. He lost to eventual winner Biboy Rivera from Philippines to take the bronze medal.[22]

Belmonte participated in the 2007 World Ranking Masters and after qualifying in second position, was defeated in the quarter finals by eventual runner-up Peter Ljung from Sweden, 2–0 (190–258, 158–279), finishing in sixth place.[23]

In 2011, in the World Bowling Tour, Belmonte defeated good friend and PBA Player Mike Fagan, a two-game match scoring 511–505, to win the PTT World Bowling Tour Thailand 2011.[24]

In 2022, Belmonte defeated Kyle Troup, 259-236, to win the 2022 Devil's Lair Tasmania.

AMF World Cup

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Jason Belmonte competed in the 2004 AMF World Cup in Singapore and led all five days of qualifying events. He finished in fifth place after being knocked out in the quarter final.

Belmonte competed again in the 2007 AMF World Cup in St. Petersburg, Russia where he was also lead qualifier. He finished runner-up after he was defeated in the final by Bill Hoffman (USA). As a result, Belmonte won the country rankings for Australia with Ann-Maree Putney, who won the trophy in the women's world cup.

In his third appearance in the 2011 AMF World Cup in Johannesburg, South Africa he was crowned as AMF Bowling World Cup champion. His first match was against Mykhaylo Kalika (Ukraine). Belmonte won the first game 237–203 and Kalika won the second game 248–266. Belmonte would win the deciding game 266–185. Jason Belmonte then came up against first seed Tommy Jones (USA). Jones would win the first game 259–279 with Belmonte winning the second, 247–216. After Jones opened in the eighth frame, Belmonte defeated him in the third game 259–236 and became the first Australian man to take the title. His three-game total of 765 was a new finals record, beating the previous mark of 764 by Petter Hansen (Norway), set in Singapore in 2004.

Belmonte stated "I was a long way in the lead in 2004 in Singapore, and got knocked in the quarters," he said, "and again I led the field in St Petersburg in 2007 and then I lost in the final. So I was happy to go in as number two seed this time".

PBA Tour

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2008–09: Rookie of the Year

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In 2008, then-deputy PBA Commissioner Tom Clark granted Belmonte a one-time "commissioner's exemption", guaranteeing his entry into a PBA tournament.[16] Though Belmonte was not the first two-hand-delivery bowlers—Chuck Lande and Osku Palermaa preceded him—Clark later reflected that because of his bowling style, Belmonte "had the best story, the best media potential".[16] While questioning whether he could maintain the physical demands of two-hand deliveries—once calling himself a crash test dummy—Belmonte achieved his first win in his eighth PBA tournament.[16]

In 2009, Belmonte won the Bowling Foundation Long Island Classic PBA Tour event in his PBA TV finals debut. As the second seed, he defeated Bill O'Neill, and went on to defeat number one seed Mike Fagan 215–201 for his first PBA title. The title earned Belmonte "exempt" status for the 2009–10 PBA Tour, and he was also named the 2008–09 PBA Rookie of the Year.[2]

2009–10

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2009–10 marked his first season as an exempt PBA bowler. Belmonte qualified for the TV finals in three events, but did not win a tournament. He came close at the GEICO Mark Roth Plastic Ball Championship on 28 March 2010. Finishing as the top qualifier, he faced Brian Ziesig in the finals. Ziesig was a non-exempt amateur who had to qualify via the TQR round. The two were tied at the end of the regulation game, 247–247, which sent the championship to a sudden-death, one-ball rolloff. Belmonte's shot on his first attempt left a solid 7-pin standing. Ziesig then threw a strike to take the title.[25]

2010–11

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In the 2010–11 season, Belmonte appeared in 10 of 12 PBA events, making match-play nine times and appearing on TV four times. Without a victory, he had earnings of US$62,950,[2] while averaging 218.82 pins per game. In his first three years on tour, Belmonte cashed in 33 of 37 tournaments, making match-play a total of 25 times, with eight television appearance; and earnings of US$187,420.[2]

2011–12: Return to victory

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Belmonte won his second, third and fourth PBA titles in November 2011. The first two were earned at the PBA World Series of Bowling, as he took the trophies in the Chameleon Open and GEICO Shark Open, and the third was earned at the Pepsi PBA Elite Players Championship.[26][27] Belmonte also rolled a nationally televised 300 game in the quarterfinals of the PBA World Championship, broadcast on 8 January 2012 in North America; however, he did not go on to win the tournament.[5] Despite his three titles in the 2011–12 season, Belmonte did not win the PBA Player of the Year honors. The award was won by Sean Rash in an extremely close vote (Rash received 29% of the vote to Belmonte's 26.6%).[28]

With his home crowd watching, Belmonte defeated Sean Rash in a best-of-three final (174–172, 223–255, 256–243) for his fifth PBA title at the 2012 Australian Masters in Sydney, Australia.[29]

2012–13: Player of the Year

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On 24 February 2013, Belmonte won his sixth PBA Tour title and first PBA major at the USBC Masters in North Brunswick, NJ. Belmonte finished with six consecutive strikes in the dramatic final match to top Wes Malott, 258–245.[30] Belmonte won a second title on the 2012–13 season, his seventh overall, at the PBA Lucas Oil Bear Open in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin.[31] He was runner-up to Wes Malott in the 2013 U.S. Open. It marked his seventh appearance in the TV finals of a major over the last eight major tournaments.[32]

On 17 January 2014, Belmonte was named the Chris Schenkel PBA Player of the Year for the 2012–13 season. Along with two titles for the season, including a major title and runner-up finishes at three other major championships, Belmonte won the George Young High Average Award ( a PBA record 228.81) and the Harry Smith Points Leader Award (238,903). He became only the third PBA player born outside the USA (after Amleto Monacelli and Mika Koivuniemi) to win PBA Player of the Year.[33]

2014: Major success, Player of the Year Repeat

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Belmonte won the first tournament of the 2014 PBA season, the Barbasol Tournament of Champions in Allen Park, Michigan, which marked his second major tournament win and eighth title overall. As he did in his first major championship win, Belmonte defeated Wes Malott, this time in a 219–218 single game match.[34] On 23 February 2014, he became the first player to repeat as USBC Masters champion in nearly 50 years, and also the first player in history to win a major as the 5th seed, defeating every rival in the championship stepladder final. (Billy Welu won back-to-back Masters in 1964–65.) This was Belmonte's ninth PBA title and third major.[35] He captured his tenth title winning the Oklahoma Open during the PBA's Summer Swing.

His three titles (two majors) in the 2014 season made him an easy choice to win his second consecutive Chris Schenkel PBA Player of the Year award. In doing so, he became the first bowler to repeat as Player of the Year since Walter Ray Williams, Jr. won three consecutive awards from 1996 to 1998. Belmonte led all bowlers in season earnings ($163,788), average (226.71) and competition points (136,454).[36]

2015: Player of the Year Three-Peat

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Belmonte again won the USBC Masters on 8 February 2015, defeating amateur A.J. Johnson, a surprise #1 seed, in the final match, 202–157. In doing so, he joined Mike Aulby as the only three-time winners of this tournament, while becoming the only player to win the Masters in three consecutive seasons.[37] On 15 February 2015, in Indianapolis, he captured his 12th PBA title by winning the Barbasol Tournament of Champions for the second consecutive season. As in the USBC Masters, Belmonte won from the #2 seed position, knocking off #4 seed Sean Rash in the semifinals, 235–203, before defeating top seed Rhino Page in the final match, 232–214. It was Belmonte's tenth appearance in the TV finals over the last 12 PBA major tournaments, and his fifth win in a major.[38]

On 20 January 2016, Belmonte was named the Chris Schenkel PBA Player of the Year for 2015, the third consecutive season he won the award. In addition to his two major tournament wins, he had nine other Top Five finishes, led the PBA Tour in earnings ($178,542) and was fourth in average (225.4). He became the first non-American player to win three consecutive POY honors, and the fourth PBA player overall to do so (joining Earl Anthony, Mark Roth and Walter Ray Williams, Jr.).[39]

2016

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Belmonte made the five-player stepladder finals as the #3 seed for the 2016 PBA Fire Lake Tournament of Champions, seeking to join Jason Couch as the only players to win in this tournament in three consecutive seasons, but he was knocked off in the second match of the finals by Tom Daugherty. His bid for an unprecedented fourth USBC Masters title the following week also fell short, as he made the Round of 8 but was defeated by Wes Malott in the winner's bracket and Martin Larsen in the loser's bracket, keeping him out of the TV finals.

On 15 February 2016, Belmonte was retroactively awarded a major title for his 2011 PBA Elite Players Championship victory. After the tournament returned to major status in the 2016 season, the PBA voted to award additional major titles to the winners of the three previous Players Championship events (2011, 2013, 2015), stating the tournament "is a members-only event, and includes all of the elements of a major." This gave Belmonte six majors among his PBA Tour titles.[40]

2017: Three Majors in One Year

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On 12 February 2017, Belmonte won his 13th PBA title and seventh major in the PBA Players Championship held in Columbus, Ohio. Having qualified as the #1 seed, he defeated #2 seed Anthony Simonsen in his lone TV finals match.[41] On 26 February, as the #1 seed again, he defeated Michael Tang to win his 14th PBA title, fourth USBC Masters title, and his eighth major title, becoming the only bowler to ever win four USBC Masters titles.[42] As one of the top eight money leaders from the start of the 2015 season through the 2017 USBC Masters, Belmonte was invited to participate in the inaugural Main Event PBA Tour Finals in May 2017. Starting as the #1 seed, Jason finished runner-up to E. J. Tackett.[43] Belmonte won his 15th PBA Tour title on 27 August 2017 at the PBA International-WBT Storm Lucky Larsen Masters, held in Malmö, Sweden.[44] On 19 November, Belmonte won the PBA World Championship in Reno, NV for his 16th title and ninth career major. With the win, Belmonte became the first PBA player to ever win three major titles in a season.[18]

Belmonte swept the three major PBA statistical categories for the 2017 season, including a PBA-record 229.39 average for 380 games. He also finished first in earnings ($238,912) and tied for first in wins (4).[45] On 17 January, in a landslide vote, Belmonte won with his fourth PBA Player of the Year Award.[46]

Also in 2017, Belmonte won the Dick Weber Bowling Ambassador Award, an honour given annually by the Bowling Proprietors Association of America (BPAA) to the "bowling athlete who has consistently shown grace on and off the lanes by promoting the sport of bowling in a positive manner."[47]

2018

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Belmonte collected his 17th PBA title on 25 February 2018, winning the Roth/Holman PBA Doubles Championship with partner Bill O'Neill.[48]

Belmonte qualified as the #1 seed in the 2018 PBA Tour Finals, held 4–6 May in Allen Park, Michigan, and earned a rematch against last season's Finals champion, E. J. Tackett. Belmonte avenged his 2017 loss to Tackett for his 18th PBA Tour title.[49]

2019: Making History, Player of the Decade

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On 10 February 2019, Belmonte won his 19th PBA title and tenth major at the PBA Tournament of Champions held in Fairlawn, Ohio. As the #1 seed, he defeated E. J. Tackett 225–196 in the final match to claim the title. Belmonte's victory made him the third player to win three Tournament of Champions after Mike Durbin and Jason Couch, and tied him with Earl Anthony and Pete Weber as the all-time major titles leader (10 majors).[50] Belmonte was also the top qualifier in the 2019 season's next two events – the PBA Players Championship and PBA Indianapolis Open – but he failed to win either event. At the Players Championship, a pair of 7-10 splits – once in the fourth frame and again in the tenth – cost him the match against Anthony Simonsen. At the Indianapolis Open, a few off-hits that refused to carry – once in the eighth frame and again in the tenth – handed the title to Norm Duke. He joined Johnny Petraglia, Earl Anthony, Walter Ray Williams Jr. and Jakob Butturff as the only players in history to qualify as the #1 seed in three consecutive PBA Tour events.[51]

On 19 March 2019, Belmonte captured his 20th PBA title at the PBA Chameleon Championship, part of the 2019 World Series of Bowling in Allen Park, Michigan. He qualified as the #2 seed in the stepladder finals, defeating A.J. Chapman in the semifinal match, then Andres Gomez in the title match.

Two days later on 21 March, Belmonte won his 21st PBA title and record-breaking 11th major at the 2019 PBA World Championship, also part of the World Series of Bowling. Having earned the #1 seed for the stepladder finals, a record third consecutive major in which he was the top qualifier, he defeated Jakob Butturff 236–227 in the championship match to win the title. With his victory, Belmonte now stands alone as the all-time PBA and professional bowling leader in major titles, surpassing Earl Anthony and Pete Weber (who have 10 majors each).[52]

Belmonte's streak of three consecutive majors in which he qualified as the top seed ended at the 2019 USBC Masters. He suffered a finger injury in a pre-tournament charity event, forcing him to alter his grip on the bowling ball, and finished well out of the top 64 that made match play.[53]

Belmonte qualified as the #1 seed for the inaugural PBA Tour Playoffs held in Portland, Maine. He defeated Kyle Troup in the Round of 16 two games to one, but was then eliminated in the Round of 8 by Kris Prather, losing both matches.[54][55]

On 28 April, Belmonte won the 2019 PBA DHC Japan Invitational held in Tokyo. Qualifying as the #3 seed for the stepladder finals, he defeated Chris Barnes, Takuya Miyazawa, and Jakob Butturff en route to his 22nd PBA Tour title, which tied him with Marshall Holman for 11th most career PBA Tour titles.[56]

Belmonte surpassed $1.5 million (USD) in career PBA Tour earnings during the 2019 season, and led the Tour in titles (4), championship round appearances (12), average (225.62) and earnings (a career-high $288,290). By an overwhelming majority vote, Belmonte won his fifth Chris Schenkel PBA Player of the Year award in 2019.[57]

On 3 January 2020, Bowlers Journal magazine named Belmonte the male Player of the Decade (2010–2019).[58]

2020: Completing the Super Slam

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On 23 February 2020, Belmonte won his 23rd PBA Tour title and 12th major at the U.S. Open in Lincoln, Nebraska. As the #2 seed for the stepladder finals, he defeated Dick Allen in the semifinal match and Anthony Simonsen in the championship match. With his victory, Belmonte became the second bowler in PBA history (after Mike Aulby) to complete the Super Slam (winning all five PBA majors), as well as becoming the seventh Triple Crown and third Grand Slam winner.[59]

On 15 March, Belmonte won his 24th PBA Tour title and 13th major at the 2020 PBA World Championship, part of the PBA World Series of Bowling held in Las Vegas, Nevada. As the #1 seed for the finals, he defeated Anthony Simonsen in the championship match 213–190 to claim the win and the $150,000 top prize. This was Belmonte's third PBA World Championship title, winning all three consecutively and becoming the second bowler to do so (the other being Earl Anthony).[60]

On 4 October, Belmonte won the PBA World Series of Bowling XI Chameleon Championship held in Centreville, Virginia (qualifying rounds were held in Las Vegas in March). As the #1 seed, he defeated Brad Miller in the championship match 232–202 to claim his third career (second consecutive) Chameleon Championship title and 25th career PBA Tour title, tying Brian Voss for 10th on the all-time titles list.[61]

On 18 December 2020, Belmonte won the Chris Schenkel PBA Player of the Year Award for the sixth time. In addition to his three titles (two majors) on the season, Belmonte led the Tour in competition points, average (225.31) and earnings (a career-high $293,050).[62]

2021

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Despite not winning a title through the first nine events of the 2021 season, Belmonte accumulated enough points to earn a spot in the starting field for the PBA Tour Playoffs, qualifying 14th. However, Belmonte chose to skip the event and instead return home to Australia for the birth of his fourth child. He had also chosen to skip the PBA Tour Finals on 26–27 June, having qualified for that event as well.[63]

2022: Five Titles in One Season

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On 29 January, Belmonte captured his 26th PBA Tour title and 14th major at the 2022 PBA Players Championship, held in Euless, Texas. He qualified as the #4 seed for the West Region finals and climbed the stepladder to defeat Jakob Butturff in the region championship match and advance to the championship finals. He qualified as the #2 seed for the finals in a three-game seeding round, then defeated Arturo Quintero in the semifinal match and Sean Rash in the championship match to claim his third PBA Players Championship title.[64]

On 16 February, after winning the Kokomo Championship and his 27th career PBA title, Belmonte surpassed Don Johnson on the all-time titles list, having previously tied with him in ninth place.[65]

On 15 March, Belmonte won the PBA World Series of Bowling XIII Scorpion Championship. As the #4 seed, he climbed the stepladder to claim his 28th career title. On the difficult Scorpion oil pattern, Belmonte rolled games of 247, 211, 242, and 244, while none of his opponents reached 200.[66]

On 20 March, Belmonte won the Lubbock Sports Open for his fourth title of the 2022 season. Qualifying as the #3 seed for the stepladder finals, he defeated Jesper Svensson, Sean Lavery-Spahr, and E. J. Tackett en route to his 29th career PBA Tour title, tying Mike Aulby for 8th most in PBA history. Winning two out of four events in the Storm Cup series, Belmonte won a $10,000 (USD) bonus and the Storm Cup for finishing first in series points.[67]

On 5 June, during the 2022 PBA Tour Finals, Belmonte threw the 34th televised 300 game in PBA Tour history. With Kyle Troup rolling a 300 game earlier in the telecast, it marked the first time in the Tour's 60-plus year history where a televised event featured more than one perfect game. Also, Belmonte joined Sean Rash, François Lavoie, and Chris Via as the fourth player to throw multiple televised 300 games in PBA Tour events. He would go on to sweep Dom Barrett 2-0 in the championship for his 30th career PBA Tour title, tying Dick Weber for 7th on the all-time titles list.[6]

Belmonte led the 2022 PBA Tour in titles (a career-high five) and earnings ($302,525), while winning the Harry Smith PBA Points Leader award (34,230).[68] Jason made nine championship round appearances and posted a 20–4 record in championship round matches.[69] On 4 November, the PBA announced that Belmonte had won his seventh Chris Schenkel PBA Player of the Year award, tying Walter Ray Williams Jr. for the most such awards in PBA history.[3]

2023: 15th major championship

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On 19 March 2023, after failing to make the championship round in the first five tournaments, Belmonte climbed the stepladder as the #6 seed to win his 31st PBA title and fifteenth major at the PBA Tournament of Champions, defeating top seed E. J. Tackett 246–179 in the championship match. With this victory, he became the first person in PBA history to win this event four times.[70]

In the 2023 PBA World Championship, Belmonte sat in the 12th and final match play position and over 300 pins out of the final TV spot before posting an incredible 11–1 match play record on 20 April to climb to the #4 seed. In the final round on 23 April, he defeated Santtu Tahvanainen, Jakob Butturff and Anthony Simonsen en route to the final match, but he then lost to E. J. Tackett, 254–247, to finish runner-up for the second time in this event.[71]

On 21 May, Belmonte won the season "rubber match" against Tackett, albeit in a non-title event. In the PBA Super Slam Cup, a special made-for-television event featuring the 2023 major champions, Belmonte qualified as the top seed. Right after Tackett rolled a 300 game in the semifinal match, Belmonte posted the first ten strikes of the final game before leaving a 7-10 split on his eleventh shot. He defeated Tackett 286–246 to take home the Super Slam Cup, a custom WWE belt, and the first prize of $100,000.[72]

In the PBA Tour Finals on 25 June 2023 Belmonte rolled the 35th televised 300 game in PBA Tour history, becoming the Tour's only player ever with three televised perfect games. The feat occurred in the second match of the race-to-two Group 2 finals against Kris Prather, knotting the match at one game each. Belmonte would lose the ninth-tenth frame roll-off against Prather, ending his quest for another title.[7]

Despite only one title in 2023, Belmonte finished third in Tour earnings with $338,825.[73]

2024

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Despite not winning a title in this season, Belmonte finished fifth in Tour points and second in average (226.61). He had $145,799 in Tour earnings thanks to a runner-up finish at the Roth/Holman Doubles Championship and two third-place finishes at U.S. Open and USBC Masters. Belmonte's 9-match winning streak at the Masters was snapped after a 197-193 loss to Patrick Dombrowski in the semifinal match. He also made it to the quarterfinals of the PBA Playoffs (where he was eliminated by Bill O'Neill) and lost in the Group 2 stepladder of the PBA Tour Finals to eventual winner Anthony Simonsen.

2025

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Belmonte won his 32nd career PBA Tour title at the Roth/Holman PBA Doubles Championship with Bill O'Neill on February 8, 2025 (broadcast March 2 on FS1). This was the duo's second Roth-Holman Doubles title together (they last won in 2018) and Belmonte's first title in nearly two years.[74]

Belmonte qualified as the top seed for the PBA World Championship at PBA World Series of Bowling XVI. On the eve of the final round, he talked about his legacy and career aspirations as he bowls into his 40s:

I don't want to be the best in the world anymore. I want to be the best of all time. That's my motivation. That's my determination. That's why I leave my family. I'm very capable of winning 20 (majors), and then I can stay in Australia and call it a day. If I get to 20, I feel like that's the most ridiculous number that I could have ever imagined getting to. Whilst it seems a long way from now — I still have a PBA World Championship to win — that's my ultimate goal. That’s what I want to achieve in the next few years.[75]

However, Belmonte would lose the title match in the PBA World Championship to E. J. Tackett, 242–222.[76]

While Belmonte didn't win a singles title during the 2025 PBA regular season, his consistency led to a third-place finish on the Tour points list, earning him the #3 seed in the PBA Playoffs His bid for a Playoffs title was short-lived, however, as he was swept by Chris Via in two games in the quarterfinals.

On the season, Belmonte finished second in average (225.87), third in points (15,365), fourth in earnings ($190,835) and second in top-ten finishes (9).[77]

Professional wins

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PBA Tour wins (32)

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Legend
Major championships (15)
Japan Invitational (1)
World Series of Bowling (5)
PBA Tour standard events (11)
No. Date Tournament Championship
Match 		Runner(s)-up Money ($)
1 29 Mar, 2009 The Bowling Foundation Long Island Classic 215–201 United States Mike Fagan 25,100
2 19 Nov, 2011 PBA Chameleon Open 268–191 United States Sean Rash 15,000
3 19 Nov, 2011 PBA Shark Open 243–213 United States Chris Barnes 15,000
4 20 Nov, 2011 PBA Players Championship 255–238 United States Mike DeVaney 35,000
5 27 Oct, 2012 Australian Masters[78] 174–172
223–255
256–243 		United States Sean Rash 25,860
6 18 Feb, 2013 USBC Masters 258–245 United States Wes Malott 50,000
7 2 Jun, 2013 Lucas Oil PBA Bear Open 235–211 United States Chris Barnes 8,000
8 26 Jan, 2014 PBA Tournament of Champions 219–218 United States Wes Malott 40,000
9 23 Feb, 2014 USBC Masters 221–177 United States E. J. Tackett 50,000
10 25 May, 2014 PBA Oklahoma Open 193–145 United States E. J. Tackett 18,000
11 8 Feb, 2015 USBC Masters 202–157 United States A. J. Johnson 50,000
12 15 Feb, 2015 PBA Tournament of Champions 232–214 United States Rhino Page 50,100
13 12 Feb, 2017 PBA Players Championship 221–204 United States Anthony Simonsen 40,000
14 26 Feb, 2017 USBC Masters 279–212 United States Michael Tang 30,000
15 27 Aug, 2017 Storm Lucky Larsen Masters 245–180 United States Cameron Weier 19,832
16 19 Nov, 2017 PBA World Championship 238–225 Sweden Jesper Svensson 60,000
17 25 Feb, 2018 Roth/Holman PBA Doubles Championship (with Bill O'Neill) 205–185 United States Michael Tang & United States Darren Tang 24,000 (12,000 each)
18 6 May, 2018 PBA Tour Finals 239–205
170–219
(RO: 40–26) 		United States E. J. Tackett 30,000
19 10 Feb, 2019 PBA Tournament of Champions 225–196 United States E. J. Tackett 50,000
20 19 Mar, 2019 PBA Chameleon Championship 236–194 Colombia Andres Gomez 20,000
21 21 Mar, 2019 PBA World Championship 236–227 United States Jakob Butturff 60,000
22 28 Apr, 2019 DHC PBA Japan Invitational 224–213 United States Jakob Butturff 44,650
23 23 Feb, 2020 U.S. Open 226–201 United States Anthony Simonsen 30,000
24 15 Mar, 2020 PBA World Championship 213–190 United States Anthony Simonsen 150,000
25 4 Oct, 2020 PBA Chameleon Championship 232–202 United States Brad Miller 25,000
26 29 Jan, 2022 PBA Players Championship 210–202 United States Sean Rash 100,000
27 16 Feb, 2022 Storm Cup: PBA David Small's Kokomo Championship 249–243 United States Nicholas Pate 20,000
28 15 Mar, 2022 PBA Scorpion Championship 244–176 United States Anthony Simonsen 20,000
29 20 Mar, 2022 Storm Cup: Lubbock Sports Open 253–245 United States E. J. Tackett 20,000
30 5 Jun, 2022 PBA Tour Finals 300–238
235–202 		United Kingdom Dom Barrett 30,000 +
31 19 Mar, 2023 PBA Tournament of Champions 246–179 United States E. J. Tackett 100,000
32 8 Feb, 2025 Roth/Holman PBA Doubles Championship (with Bill O'Neill) 210–169 United States Shawn Maldonado & United States D. J. Archer 50,000 (25,000 each)

RO = After splitting the two-game final, Belmonte won in a 9th/10th frame roll-off.

+ = Belmonte won a $10,000 perfect game bonus.

Major championships

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Wins (15)

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Year Championship Final Score Runners-up
2011–2012 PBA Players Championship 255–238 United States Mike DeVaney
2012–2013 USBC Masters 258–245 United States Wes Malott
2014 PBA Tournament of Champions 219–218 United States Wes Malott
2014 USBC Masters 221–177 United States E. J. Tackett
2015 USBC Masters 202–157 United States A.J. Johnson
2015 PBA Tournament of Champions 232–214 United States Rhino Page
2017 PBA Players Championship 221–204 United States Anthony Simonsen
2017 USBC Masters 279–212 United States Michael Tang
2017 PBA World Championship 238–225 Sweden Jesper Svensson
2019 PBA Tournament of Champions 225–196 United States E. J. Tackett
2019 PBA World Championship 236–227 United States Jakob Butturff
2020 U.S. Open 226–201 United States Anthony Simonsen
2020 PBA World Championship 213–190 United States Anthony Simonsen
2022 PBA Players Championship 210–202 United States Sean Rash
2023 PBA Tournament of Champions 246–179 United States E. J. Tackett

Results timeline

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Results not in chronological order.

Tournament 08-09 09-10 10–11 11–12 12–13 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
PBA Players Championship Not Held 1 5 NH 4 40 1 2 2 3 W19 1 13 24 6 37
USBC Masters 26 8 35 9 1 1 1 T7 1 T25 169 NH T13 T7 T13 3 T49
Tournament of Champions 45 12 3 2 1 1 4 7 4 1 4 3 10 1 11 23
U.S. Open 115 6 10 3 2 NH 32 12 17 46 4 1 12 3 70 3 10
World Championship 10 30 7 4 2 / 81 13 40 4 1 NH 1 1 35 4 2 11 2

1 – there were two PBA World Championships held in the 2012–2013 season.

  Win
  Top 10

"T" = Tied for a place
"W" = West Region Finals

World Series of Bowling

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Wins (5)

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Year Championship Final score Runner-up Earnings ($)
2011 Chameleon Open 268–191 United States Sean Rash 15,000
2011 Shark Open 243–213 United States Chris Barnes 15,000
2019 Chameleon Championship 236–194 Colombia Andres Gomez 20,000
2020 Chameleon Championship 232–202 United States Brad Miller 25,000
2022 Scorpion Championship 244–176 United States Anthony Simonsen 20,000

Results timeline

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Results not in chronological order.

Tournament 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022
Cheetah Championship 60 61 87 37 23 35 13 63 44 4 NH 37 70 40 53
Viper Championship 8 115 75 25 4 5 112 Not Held
Chameleon Championship 12 6 1 2 12 21 47 66 13 NH 1 1 69 NH
Scorpion Championship 29 2 3 20 3 29 14 76 11 2 NH 16 5 8 1
Shark Championship 7 3 1 Not Held 67 26 Not Held 3
Doubles Championship Not Held NI Not Held Not Included 6 8
Tournament 2023 2024 2025
Cheetah Championship 10 11 NH
Viper Championship Not Held 5
Chameleon Championship Not Held 19
Scorpion Championship 35 5 11
Shark Championship 14 76 7
Doubles Championship NI 2 NI
  Win
  Top 10
  Did not play

"T" = Tied for a place

PBA Tour career summary

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Season Events Cashes Match
Play		 Champ.
Rounds		 PBA Titles
(majors)		 Average Average
Rank		 Earnings
($ US)		 Earnings
Rank
2008–09 9 8 6 1 1 219.20 10[79] 44,380 30[80]
2009–10 16 15 10 3 0 217.94 13[81] 80,090 11[82]
2010–11 12 10 9 4 0 218.82 8[83] 62,950 22[84]
2011–12 13 12 9 8 4 (1) 226.42 3[85] 137,375 2[86]
2012–13 26 21 13 10 2 (1) 228.81 1[87] 186,465 3[88]
2014 18 17 6 4 3 (2) 226.71 1[89] 163,778 1[90]
2015 20 15 11 11 2 (2) 225.40 9[91] 178,542 1[92]
2016 24 15 11 6 0 224.75 2[93] 95,345 6[94]
2017 15 15 11 7 4 (3) 229.49 1[95] 238,912 1[96]
2018 14 10 9 7 2 221.38 2[97] 110,500 3[98]
2019 19 17 15 12 4 (2) 225.62 1[99] 288,290 1[100]
2020 13 12 10 7 3 (2) 225.31 1[101] 293,050 1[102]
2021 9 5 5 1 0 215.26 31 62,200 19
2022 15 13 13 8 5 (1) 224.38 2 302,525 1
2023 20 17 11 4 1 (1) 220.63 5 338,825 3
2024 15 14 13 5 0 226.61 2 145,799 8
2025 16 14 9 4 1 225.87 2 190,835 4
Totals 274 230 171 111 32 (15) 2,919,861
  Win
  Top 10

* As of 16 November 2024

Personal life

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Belmonte is married to Kimberly Shapter, who is a registered nurse,[103] and together they have two daughters and two sons.[2][104] The family resides in Orange, New South Wales.

References

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Jason Belmonte (born July 29, 1983) is an Australian professional ten-pin bowler renowned for pioneering the two-handed bowling style that revolutionized the sport. Belmonte, from , began bowling competitively in his youth and turned professional in 2006 before joining the (PBA) Tour in 2008, where he quickly emerged as a dominant force. As of 2025, he holds the PBA record with 32 career Tour titles, including a league-leading 15 major championships, making him one of only two bowlers—alongside —to achieve the Super Slam by winning all five PBA majors at least once. His accolades include seven Chris Schenkel PBA Player of the Year awards (2012–13, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2022), tied for the most in history, as well as the 2008–09 PBA Rookie of the Year as the first Australian to earn that honor. Belmonte has also excelled in doubles and team events, securing four USBC Masters titles (a record, with three consecutive wins), four Tournament of Champions victories, and three PBA Players Championships. Internationally, he earned a bronze medal in trios at the 2014 World Bowling Association Men's World Championship representing Australia. Belmonte's innovative two-handed approach, which eschews the traditional one-handed grip and thumb insertion, initially faced resistance but has since popularized the style among younger bowlers and elevated the sport's athleticism and scoring potential. He has rolled three televised perfect 300 games on the and holds the single-season scoring average record of 229.39 from , while amassing over $2.8 million in career earnings as of 2025.

Early life

Upbringing in Australia

Jason Belmonte was born on July 29, 1983, in , . He was born to parents Aldo and Marisa Belmonte, who hailed from a family of Italian heritage. Shortly after his birth, his parents opened the Orange Tenpin Bowl, a local bowling center that became a central part of the family's life and his early environment. Belmonte grew up in the regional town of Orange, located in the rural Central West area of , where the served as his primary playground from infancy. His father introduced him to at around 18 months old, with family time at the alley fostering a casual and unstructured engagement with the sport during his years. This informal family involvement in the bowling center provided Belmonte with an early, low-pressure introduction to tenpin bowling before he transitioned to a more dedicated pursuit of the activity.

Introduction to bowling and amateur development

Jason Belmonte's introduction to ten-pin bowling occurred in the family-owned Orange Tenpin Bowl in Orange, New South Wales, Australia, which his parents, Aldo and Marisa Belmonte, opened when he was just a few weeks old. He rolled his first bowling ball at 18 months old, a feat necessitated by his small size that led to the development of his signature two-handed style from the outset, as he was too young to grip the ball in the traditional one-handed manner. This early exposure in the family business fostered a natural affinity for the sport, with Belmonte winning his first local tournament at the age of four, marking the beginning of his competitive amateur journey in New South Wales youth circuits. By around age 10 or 11, Belmonte had progressed significantly in local junior leagues, consistently outperforming adult competitors in town tournaments at the Orange Tenpin and surrounding venues, which highlighted his rapid development and potential in the amateur scene. His family's unwavering support during this formative period, including access to the bowling center, played a key role in nurturing his skills and dedication. Belmonte balanced his growing involvement in with everyday childhood activities, honing his fundamentals through regular practice sessions that built his physical endurance for extended play. Belmonte's amateur progression culminated in national recognition during his junior years, where he captured the Australian Junior Masters title in 2000 as a representative. That same year, he achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Australian junior to bowl a perfect game overseas and secured five gold medals at the Australian Junior Championships, solidifying his status as a top domestic talent before transitioning to international competition. These accomplishments underscored his technical proficiency and competitive edge developed through local experiences in .

Bowling technique

Development of two-handed style

Jason Belmonte began developing his two-handed bowling style in early childhood, initially using both hands to manage the weight of house balls at his family's bowling center in Orange, , as a one-handed grip proved too challenging for him at that age. Lacking formal , he taught himself the technique through extensive practice and by analyzing videos of prominent one-handed bowlers like Jason Couch, adapting elements to create a no-thumb, two-handed delivery characterized by pivot footwork on his lead foot to maintain balance and momentum. A hallmark of Belmonte's approach is its reliance on body torque and rotation rather than traditional wrist action to generate exceptional ball revolutions, achieving an average of over 600 RPM on his throws—significantly higher than the professional one-handed average of around 450 RPM. This innovation includes a high backswing achieved without the conventional sliding foot approach, allowing for greater power through core and hip while minimizing strain on the and . In his early years, Belmonte faced challenges adapting his style to the heavier oil patterns and lane breakdown common in competitive environments, which caused his high-rev deliveries to hook unpredictably as increased. By 2008, he addressed these issues through customized techniques, partnering with manufacturer to optimize layouts that better controlled motion on varied lane conditions. This refinement enabled more consistent performance as he transitioned to international and professional circuits.

Influence and adaptations in professional play

Belmonte's entry into the ( in 2008 marked a pivotal moment for two-handed bowling, transforming it from a niche, often ridiculed style into a dominant force in professional competition. His unprecedented success, including 32 titles and a record 15 major championships, demonstrated the technique's viability, inspiring a surge of adopters among emerging professionals and youth bowlers worldwide. Notable examples include Jesper Svensson and , both of whom credited Belmonte's style as a key influence in their decision to pursue two-handed bowling and enter the , contributing to a growing faction of two-handers challenging traditional one-handed players on the tour. This shift has modernized the sport, enhancing its appeal to spectators through increased power and hook potential. Initially met with skepticism, Belmonte's no-thumb grip and two-handed delivery faced criticism from traditionalists who viewed it as a "cancer to an already diseased ," prompting debates over its fairness and alignment with PBA regulations. Although legal under existing rules—which require no thumb insertion but allow with the non-dominant hand—the style underwent scrutiny in its early PBA years, leading to clarifications that affirmed its compliance without restricting its use. These developments solidified two-handed bowling's place in elite play, paving the way for broader acceptance and innovation. To excel across diverse lane conditions, Belmonte adapted his technique by incorporating reactive resin bowling balls, which enhance backend motion and carry on drier patterns, while fine-tuning his axis tilt and for versatility. For instance, he increases axis tilt on chevron-style patterns to control and maintain pocket entry angles. Over time, he also moderated his initial rev rate—exceeding 600 —to around 500 rpm, balancing power with improved accuracy on challenging heavy- layouts. This rev-dominant approach provides a statistical edge, enabling higher strike percentages in favorable conditions through superior pin carry, though it exposes vulnerabilities like over-hooking on short or heavy- patterns where excessive spin disrupts trajectory.

International and amateur career

Early international competitions

Belmonte's international career began at the 2002 Commonwealth Tenpin Bowling Championship in Stirling, Scotland, where the 19-year-old represented and earned a in the men's singles event with a six-game pinfall of 1,320 and an average of 220 pins per game, along with two additional silvers and two bronzes in other events including the team competition. The Australian men's team, including Belmonte, also captured silver in the team competition, contributing to the country's strong showing with multiple medals across events. These achievements marked his emergence as a promising talent in global tenpin bowling. The following year, he dominated the youth circuit, winning three gold medals at the 12th Asian Youth Tenpin Bowling Championships in , including the boys' singles and all-events titles. At the 8th World Youth Tenpin Bowling Championship in , Belmonte claimed gold in the boys' singles with 1,316 pins and gold in all-events with 7,012 pins, while earning silver in the team event alongside teammates Jarrod Lean, Jason Walsh, and Cameron Jenkins. Belmonte continued to build his profile in competitions during 2006, reaching the semifinals of the Men's Masters at the World Bowling Championships in , , where he finished fourth overall after strong qualifying performances, including high series records. He also participated in various Asian Bowling Federation Tour events that year, enhancing his reputation among regional professionals. In 2007, Belmonte traveled to the for non-tournament exhibitions, gaining early exposure to PBA-style lane patterns and conditions ahead of his professional transition.

AMF World Cup achievements

Belmonte debuted at the World Cup in 2004 in , leading the men's qualifying standings across all five days before being eliminated in the quarterfinals by Finland's Kai Virtanen, ultimately finishing fifth overall. In the 2007 edition held in St. Petersburg, , Belmonte once again dominated qualifying as the top seed and advanced to the championship final, where he captured the after a defeat to American Bill Hoffman in a best-of-three match. Belmonte's pinnacle achievement in the event came at the 2011 AMF Bowling in , , where he defeated American Tommy Jones in the final to win the medal and become the first Australian man to claim the men's singles title. Across his three participations in the AMF , Belmonte earned two medals—one and one silver—before shifting his focus exclusively to the and ceasing involvement in the international event after 2011.

PBA Tour career

Rookie season and early years (2008–2010)

Belmonte joined the (PBA) Tour for the 2008–09 season as an international exemption, granted due to his status as the 2007 World Bowler of the Year following strong performances on the international circuit. His debut campaign marked a promising entry into professional competition in the United States, where he competed in nine tournaments. He advanced to the rounds in six events and cashed checks in eight, posting a season average of 219.2 while earning $44,380 in . Notable results included a 10th-place finish at the season-opening PBA World Championship and an eighth-place showing at the Etonic Championship. The pinnacle of Belmonte's rookie season arrived at the Bowling Foundation Long Island Classic in , held March 25–29, 2009. As the No. 2 seed entering the stepladder finals, he defeated Ritchie Allen 268–223 in the semifinal before overcoming Robert Smith 245–225 in the championship match to claim the $30,000 first-place prize. This victory made Belmonte the first two-handed bowler to win a title, highlighting the viability of his unorthodox style on American lanes. The success secured him exempt status for the following 2009–10 season and led to his recognition as the 2008–09 PBA Rookie of the Year. Entering the 2009–10 season with full exempt privileges, Belmonte faced the challenge of adapting to varied U.S. oil patterns, which emphasized precision and control compared to international conditions. He competed across multiple events, achieving consistent cashes and top finishes that built on his momentum, including a second-place qualifying effort at the PBA Memorial in January 2010. By the end of the season, his earnings reached $80,090, pushing his career PBA total beyond $124,000 and establishing him as a rising force despite the learning curve of American competition.

Breakthrough and peak dominance (2011–2015)

In 2011, Belmonte achieved a breakthrough on the by securing two titles at the World Series of Bowling (WSOB): the Chameleon Open and GEICO Shark Open, both in , demonstrating his adaptability across varying lane conditions during the event. These victories marked a significant step forward from his earlier seasons, establishing him as a rising force with his distinctive two-handed style. In 2012, Belmonte captured three PBA Tour titles, including his first major championship at the (also known as the Pepsi PBA Elite Players Championship) in , won on April 9, 2012. Although the Players Championship was retroactively recognized as a major, it solidified Belmonte's reputation for high-stakes performance under pressure. He also won the WSOB Chameleon Open. This period also saw him earn his first PBA Player of the Year award for the 2012-13 season, recognizing his overall excellence in earnings, scoring average, and tournament finishes. The 2013 season represented a strong year for Belmonte, with two titles, including his inaugural victory in , where he defeated 258-245 in the championship match. He also won the Lucas Oil PBA Bear Open in , , rallying with a string of strikes to overtake Chris Barnes. Repeating as PBA Player of the Year, Belmonte introduced his signature "Belmo Bounce" celebration—a playful hop after key strikes—adding flair to his on-lane presence. His season-leading earnings and average further cemented his status as the tour's top performer. From 2014 to 2015, Belmonte extended his reign with five combined titles and back-to-back Player of the Year honors, achieving a from to 2015. In 2014, he defended his title in North Brunswick, becoming the second bowler in nearly 50 years to win consecutive championships (following his win), and claimed the Barbasol PBA Tournament of Champions (TOC) in , edging 219-218. He added the in . In 2015, Belmonte secured his third consecutive in , becoming the first to achieve three straight wins, and repeated at the TOC in , , defeating Rhino Page in the final. These feats included three major wins across the two years, showcasing his unmatched consistency. Based in , , to prioritize family life with his wife and children, Belmonte continued extensive travel to the for competitions, balancing personal commitments with professional demands.

Sustained success and milestones (2016–2020)

Following his dominant run in the early , Jason Belmonte maintained elite performance on the from 2016 to 2020, securing multiple titles and etching his name further into bowling history through record-breaking major victories. In 2016, Belmonte did not claim a singles title but remained consistent with deep runs in majors, including a third-place finish at the U.S. Open. His performance positioned him for a resurgent 2017 campaign. The 2017 season marked a historic peak, as Belmonte became the first bowler to win three PBA majors in a single year: the US Open, , and PBA World Championship, bringing his career major total to nine. These victories, combined with a non-major win at the PBA-World Bowling Tour Lucky Larsen Masters in , resulted in four total titles and earned him his fourth PBA Player of the Year award. Belmonte also won his fourth title in , , defeating Michael Tang 279-212, becoming the first bowler to win the event four times (with three consecutive from 2013 to 2015). Belmonte's scoring prowess that year set a PBA single-season average record of 229.39 across 380 games, underscoring his technical mastery. In 2018, Belmonte added two titles, including the PBA Tour Finals, where he defeated EJ Tackett in a roll-off for his 18th career PBA victory, and the Roth/Holman PBA Doubles Championship alongside Bill O'Neill. The following year, 2019, saw an explosive output with four titles, highlighted by tying the all-time major record at 10 with a win at the and breaking it at 11 with a repeat victory at the PBA World Championship. Additional wins came at the PBA Chameleon Championship and one other event, capping a season that led to his fifth Player of the Year honor. In early 2020, Bowlers Journal International named Belmonte the Male Bowler of the Decade for the , recognizing his 21 PBA titles and 11 majors over that span. The 2020 season, shortened by the , featured three titles for Belmonte, including two majors: the U.S. Open, where his 226-201 victory over completed the Super Slam by claiming all five PBA majors (joining as the only other achiever), and a third consecutive PBA World Championship. He also won the PBA Championship for his 25th career title. Over this period, Belmonte's career earnings exceeded $1.5 million, the fastest to reach that milestone in PBA history, while leading annual earnings lists, including a tour-high $292,800 in 2020. Beyond competition, Belmonte contributed to the sport's evolution by leading "" tour, educating coaches on two-handed techniques and mentoring emerging practitioners of the style he popularized.

Recent achievements and challenges (2021–2025)

In 2021, Jason Belmonte experienced a title drought for the first time in several years, winning zero titles amid a challenging season impacted by travel restrictions that limited his participation and led him to skip the PBA Playoffs despite qualifying potential. Despite this, he remained competitive, finishing third at the PBA Tournament of Champions where he rolled a perfect game during , and ending the year with five cashes and $62,200 in earnings. His performance placed him outside the top five in final points standings, behind leader , marking a brief slump following his dominant prior years. Belmonte rebounded strongly in 2022, securing five titles—his highest single-season total at the time—and reclaiming the PBA Player of the Year award for a record-tying seventh time. His victories included the PBA Scorpion Championship, PBA Lubbock Sports Open, Kokomo Championship, PBA Tour Finals, and a major at the , where he defeated 213-190 for his 14th career major. These wins, coupled with $302,525 in and five Championship Round appearances, ended his slump and solidified his status as the tour's top earner and points leader. The 2023 season saw Belmonte capture one title but achieve a historic milestone by winning the PBA Tournament of Champions for a record fourth time, defeating EJ Tackett in the final to claim his 15th PBA major championship and break the all-time record previously shared by and Pete Weber. This victory, held on the same lanes as his 2019 win, highlighted his enduring prowess in high-stakes events, though he faced increased competition from rising stars like Tackett and Simonsen throughout the year. With $338,825 in earnings and two Championship Round berths, Belmonte finished strong but yielded the Player of the Year honor to Tackett. In 2024, Belmonte encountered another title-less year in singles competition, marking his second such drought in four seasons and testing his consistency amid a deeper field of contenders. He made three stepladder appearances, including advancing to the quarterfinals of the by defeating , and posted solid results like an eighth-place finish at the . In team events, he and partner Bill O'Neill reached the Roth/Holman PBA Doubles Championship final but fell short in a near-miss against the eventual winners. Despite zero titles, Belmonte ranked fifth in points with 18,815 and seventh in earnings at $136,300, demonstrating resilience with a 226.78 across 428 games. Belmonte's 2025 campaign featured one title—a significant doubles triumph—and steady points accumulation, positioning him as a top contender through the season's end as of 2025. In March, he and Bill O'Neill won the Roth/Holman PBA Doubles Championship, defeating DJ Archer and Shawn Maldonado 210-169 in the final for Belmonte's 32nd career title and avenging their 2024 runner-up finish. He reached the PBA World Championship final as the top seed but lost 242-222 to EJ Tackett, who secured a third consecutive victory in the event. With one title, 15 cashes, and $190,834 in earnings through 17 events, Belmonte finished third in tour points with 15,365 as of the end of the season. He ranked second in seasonal average at 225.87 by . These results underscored his adaptability in doubles while highlighting ongoing challenges in reclaiming singles dominance against a new generation of bowlers.

Major championships

PBA major wins (15)

Jason Belmonte holds the all-time record with 15 PBA major championship victories, spanning the five prestigious events: the PBA Players Championship, PBA Tournament of Champions (TOC), PBA World Championship, , and U.S. Open. His first major came in the 2011-12 PBA Players Championship in , , where the then-rookie two-handed bowler defeated top seed Mika Koivuniemi 199-177 in the championship match after advancing through the stepladder finals, marking his breakthrough on the professional stage. In 2013, Belmonte captured his second major at the USBC Masters in North Brunswick, New Jersey, overcoming a challenging field to secure the title and establish himself as a dominant force in the event he would go on to win four times. The following year, 2014, saw him claim two majors: first, the Barbasol PBA Tournament of Champions in Allen Park, Michigan, where he rolled through the stepladder to defeat Sean Rash 214-192 in the final; and second, a repeat victory at the USBC Masters in North Brunswick, solidifying his mastery of the Masters format with precise adjustments to challenging lane conditions. Belmonte continued his ascent in 2015 with back-to-back USBC Masters titles, winning the third in , by edging out Tommy Jones in a tight championship match, and then securing the PBA Tournament of Champions in Indianapolis, Indiana, for his third TOC crown, defeating Jesper Svensson 243-226 to reach six majors overall. His 2017 season stands as a pinnacle of dominance, as he became the only bowler to win three majors in a single year: the PBA Players Championship in , where he outlasted the field for his second Players title; the in , Nevada, claiming a record fourth Masters victory over Michael Tang with a 279-game performance in the finals; and the PBA World Championship in , defeating Marshall Kent 202-187 to cap a historic sweep that elevated his total to nine majors. In 2019, Belmonte added his fourth TOC at the event in Fairlawn, Ohio, defeating 244-225 in the final for his 10th major and a record in the TOC category; he followed with the PBA World Championship in , topping Butturff again 219-208 to tie the all-time major record at 11. The 2020 season brought two more triumphs: the U.S. Open in , where Belmonte defeated 226-201 to complete the Super Slam—joining as the only bowler to win all five majors—and the PBA World Championship in , , beating Simonsen 213-190 for his third consecutive World title and 13th major overall. Belmonte's 14th major arrived in 2022 at the in , where he swept the stepladder finals, including a 267-223 championship win over Simonsen to claim his third Players title. He broke the all-time major record with his 15th victory in 2023 at the PBA Tournament of Champions in Fairlawn, Ohio, staging a remarkable comeback from the bottom seed in the stepladder to defeat top qualifier EJ Tackett 246-179 in the final, surpassing and Pete Weber's previous mark of 10.

Results timeline across majors

Belmonte's journey in PBA majors began with challenges, as he missed cuts in his 2008 debut events and no-showed several in 2010 due to international commitments. His first major triumph came in 2011, marking the start of an illustrious career that saw him claim a record 15 titles by 2023, including a streak of seven wins from 2016 to 2020 that solidified his dominance. By 2025, these victories contributed to 25 top-5 finishes overall, with additional strong showings like third-place results in the 2024 U.S. Open and other events, alongside tenth place in the 2025 U.S. Open. The table below chronicles his verified finishes in PBA majors, emphasizing wins and notable placements across the five events (U.S. Open, Tournament of Champions [TOC], , , and ).
YearTournamentFinish
2008U.S. OpenDNQ
2009U.S. OpenDNQ
2010U.S. OpenDNQ
2011U.S. OpenDNQ
2011PBA Players Championship1st
2012U.S. Open3rd
2013U.S. Open2nd
20131st
2014PBA TOC1st
20141st
20151st
2015PBA TOC1st
20171st
2017PBA Players Championship1st
2017PBA World Championship1st
2019U.S. Open4th
2019PBA TOC1st
2019PBA World Championship1st
2020U.S. Open1st
2020PBA World Championship1st
2022PBA Players Championship1st
2022U.S. Open3rd
2023PBA TOC1st
2024U.S. Open3rd
2025U.S. Open10th

Other professional accomplishments

PBA Tour titles (32 total)

Belmonte has amassed 32 titles as of 2025, with 15 of them being major championships detailed in a separate section. The remaining 17 non-major titles showcase his versatility across various event formats, including singles, doubles, and international competitions, often contested on challenging Sport oil patterns designed to test precision and adaptability. These victories have contributed significantly to his career earnings, with an average payout of approximately $50,000 per title, reflecting the competitive prize structures of the . His non-major titles, listed chronologically by year, include:
YearNumber of TitlesEvent Details
20091The Bowling Foundation Long Island Classic (March 29, West Babylon, NY) – Belmonte's debut PBA victory in his rookie season.
20112PBA Open (November 19, , NV); PBA Shark Open (November 19, , NV) – Both won during the World Series of Bowling.
20121 (October 27) – A co-sanctioned international event highlighting his global appeal.
20131 PBA Bear Open (June 2, , WI) – Secured on a Sport pattern emphasizing control.
20141PBA Open (May 25, , OK) – A standard Tour stop victory.
20171Storm Lucky Larsen Masters (August 27, ) – An international title on European soil.
20182Roth/Holman PBA Doubles Championship (February 25, Columbus, OH, with partner Bill O'Neill); PBA Tour Finals (May 6, Allen Park, MI) – The doubles win marked his first team event success.
20192PBA Championship (March 19, Allen Park, MI); DHC PBA Japan Invitational (April 28, ) – Wins during the World Series of Bowling and an invitational abroad.
20201PBA Championship (October 4, Centreville, VA) – Achieved amid the shortened season.
20224THE STORM CUP: David Small's Kokomo Championship (February 16, Kokomo, IN); PBA Scorpion Championship (March 15, Wauwatosa, WI); THE STORM CUP: PBA Lubbock Sports Open (March 20, Lubbock, TX); PBA Tour Finals (June 5, Arlington, WA) – A dominant year with four non-major wins, including season-ending finals.
20230No non-major titles.
20240No non-major titles; Belmonte faced a singles drought in standard events.
20251Roth/Holman PBA Doubles Championship (February 8, Vernon Hills, IL, with partner Bill O'Neill) – Teamed to defeat Shawn Maldonado and DJ Archer 210-169 in the final, securing his 32nd overall PBA title and ending the prior year's singles drought.
Among these, the two doubles titles represent non-standard team formats, bringing his singles non-major wins to 15. The majority of his victories occurred on Sport patterns, underscoring his proficiency in high-difficulty lane conditions typical of PBA events.

World Series of Bowling results

Belmonte made his debut in the PBA World Series of Bowling in the 2011-12 season, where he achieved a breakthrough by winning two titles: the Chameleon Open and the GEICO Shark Open. He added another victory in the 2012-13 season's Chameleon Championship, dominating the finals against Scott Norton. Belmonte continued his success with a win in the 2017 WSOB X, capturing the PBA World Championship by defeating Jesper Svensson 238-217 in the title match, marking his ninth career major. In 2019 during WSOB XII, Belmonte won the PBA World Championship, securing his 11th major title and $60,000 in prize money after topping the stepladder finals. He also won the Chameleon Championship that year. His additional WSOB victory came in 2020 with the Chameleon Championship. Belmonte's fifth non-major WSOB triumph occurred in 2022 at WSOB XV, highlighted by a perfect game in the semifinals of the Championship before climbing the stepladder for the victory and his 28th career PBA title. As of 2025, Belmonte holds the PBA record with nine WSOB titles, including the World Championships noted above. The WSOB format emphasizes precision on oil patterns like the and , which simulate tournament conditions to highlight technical skill over equipment advantages. He has recorded multiple top-5 finishes overall in WSOB events and stands as the highest earner in its history. In the 2024 WSOB XIV, he advanced to the quarterfinals before being eliminated. During the 2025 WSOB XVI, Belmonte earned the top seed for the PBA World Championship finals but fell to EJ Tackett in the championship match, securing second place.

Awards and records

Player of the Year honors

Jason Belmonte has won the PBA Player of the Year award a record-tying seven times, matching for the most in PBA history. His victories came in 2012–13, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020, and 2022, with the 2012–13 to 2015 stretch marking the first since Earl Anthony's 1981–1983 run. The award, voted on by PBA Tour members and bowling media representatives, recognizes overall excellence based on titles won, earnings, and consistent performance throughout the season. Belmonte's dominance during his three-peat years exemplified the criteria for the honor. In 2015, he secured two major titles—the USBC Masters (his third consecutive win there) and the PBA Tournament of Champions—while leading the Tour in earnings with $178,542 and finishing in the top five in nine other events. His 2022 season was particularly commanding, featuring a career-high five titles (including his 14th major at the PBA Players Championship) and earnings exceeding $200,000, earning him 92.5% of the vote for his seventh POY. Additionally, Belmonte has led the Harry Smith PBA Points Leader standings multiple times (2012–13, 2014, and 2022), an award calculated from cumulative points earned across tournaments reflecting titles, match play advancements, and overall scoring. In recognition of his decade-long impact, Belmonte was named Male Bowler of the Decade for the by Bowlers Journal International in 2020, highlighting his 21 titles and entry into the PBA Millionaires Club during that period. For the 2025 season, EJ Tackett claimed the POY award with his fourth career win and third straight, though Belmonte remained a top contender, ranking second in Tour average at 225.87.

Career statistics and all-time records

Jason Belmonte has amassed 32 PBA Tour titles through the 2025 season, including a record 15 major championships, placing him third all-time in total titles behind Walter Ray Williams Jr. (47) and Earl Anthony (43). His major wins include four USBC Masters, four PBA Tournament of Champions, three PBA Players Championships, three PBA World Championships, and one U.S. Open, making him one of only two players to achieve the Super Slam by winning all five majors. Belmonte's career earnings exceed $2.85 million as of the end of 2025, him among the top earners in PBA history and solidifying his status as one of the top five active players in total . He has bowled over 2,000 games on the Tour, maintaining a career average above 225 and a strike percentage around 65%, metrics that underscore his consistency and dominance over nearly two decades. Among his records, Belmonte holds the most PBA Player of the Year honors with seven, tied with Williams, and leads in perfect games with at least 27 in Tour events, including a record three televised perfects. These achievements highlight his longevity and impact, as he remains a top contender entering his 18th season on Tour.
StatisticTotalNotes
PBA Tour Titles323rd all-time; includes 15 majors
Career Earnings$2,856,110+Top 5 among active players
Perfect Games27+Record; 3 televised
Player of the Year Awards7Tied for most all-time

Personal life

Family and residence

Jason Belmonte married Kimberly Shapter in 2007. The couple has four children: daughters (born 2010) and Sylvie (born 2016), and sons Hugo (born 2012) and Bowie (born 2021). In 2022, Belmonte was appointed a Member of the (AM) in the for significant service to ten-pin bowling at the elite level. The family resides in , , where Belmonte grew up and where his parents operate a local bowling center. For professional training and competition, he maintains a base at the Kegel Training Center in , spending several months each year in the United States. Belmonte's wife, a , supports the family during his frequent absences for tournaments. His children attend local schools in the Orange area and occasionally join him for major events, such as the of in . In the 2020s, amid ongoing international travel demands, Belmonte has emphasized family balance, including his children during restrictions. His career's rigorous schedule often leaves him away from home for extended periods, a challenge he has described as making him feel "incredibly alone" after several weeks.

Interests outside bowling

Beyond his dominant career in professional bowling, Jason Belmonte maintains an interest in , a he has discussed in interviews for its similarities to bowling in terms of precision and technique. In a 2023 podcast appearance on Tour Life with Brodie Smith and , Belmonte explored the parallels between the two sports, highlighting how both require rotational control and strategic play, and he has even demonstrated disc golf throws in promotional content. Belmonte actively supports cancer-related philanthropy through participation in the annual "Bowl for Ronnie" charity event, which benefits the Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund. He rolled ceremonial balls at the fifth annual event, which raised over $50,000 for the cause, drawing over 300 participants including celebrities and bowling enthusiasts. His endorsements include long-term partnerships with Storm Bowling and Roto Grip, brands under the Storm Products family, where he promotes equipment like the Storm IDentity ball released in 2025 and the Roto Grip Duo used in major tournaments. Belmonte also maintains a media presence via his official YouTube channel, launched to share vlogs of tournament experiences, coaching tips, and behind-the-scenes footage; as of September 2025, it has 114,000 subscribers and features content like full-match recaps from the 2025 PBA Tournament of Champions. Looking ahead, Belmonte contributes to the growth of two-handed through resources, including instructional videos on footwork, hand position, and play tailored for two-handers, as well as his involvement in the International Art of initiative. He is widely regarded as a lock for the PBA Hall of Fame, though no induction had occurred as of late 2025.

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