Eamonn Darcy

Irish golfer, European Tour winner

Eamonn Darcy - Irish golfer, European Tour winner
Born

August 7th, 1952
73 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Ireland

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Debuted on the European Tour in 1976. Achieved significant success during the 1980s and 1990s. Played in three Ryder Cups, representing Europe in 1979, 1981, and 1983. Won multiple tournaments, establishing a reputation in professional golf. Secured the Irish Open title in 1987, highlighting a successful career.

Won the Irish Open in 1987

Represented Europe in three Ryder Cups

Achieved multiple European Tour victories

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