Career
Thornton was a late starter to golf, only taking up the sport in his late teens and turning professional at the advanced age of 28. He began playing on the Challenge Tour in 2009, finishing 51st before earning his European Tour card at qualifying school at the end of the season. His debut season on the full tour was unsuccessful, and he returned to the Challenge Tour for 2011, finishing in 12th position to secure a quick return to the European Tour.
European Tour wins (1) Other wins (3).
