Peter O'Malley

Professional golfer with multiple victories

Peter O'Malley - Professional golfer with multiple victories
Born

June 23rd, 1965
60 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Professional golfer achieved significant success during the 1990s. Competed on the PGA Tour and European Tour, capturing multiple titles. Notably won the Australian Open in 1990 and secured a total of five professional tournament victories throughout a career that spanned several decades. Also represented Australia in international team competitions like the World Cup of Golf.

Won the Australian Open in 1990

Achieved five professional tournament victories

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