Mike Weir

Canadian Golfer, Masters Champion

Mike Weir - Canadian Golfer, Masters Champion
Born

May 12th, 1970
55 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Canada

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Born in 1970, a Canadian golfer achieved significant success on the PGA Tour. Won the prestigious Masters Tournament in 2003, marking a historical moment as the first Canadian male golfer to claim the title. Over a career spanning multiple decades, secured multiple victories on the PGA Tour and was part of the International Team in the Presidents Cup in 2007. Weir's contributions to golf also included participation in various Ryder Cup events.

Won the Masters Tournament in 2003

Multiple PGA Tour victories

Represented Canada in the Presidents Cup

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