Ricky Barnes

Professional golfer, U.S. Open runner-up

Ricky Barnes - Professional golfer, U.S. Open runner-up
Born

February 6th, 1981
44 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional golfer with a successful career, achieved notable performances in various tournaments. Gained significant recognition for finishing as the runner-up at the 2009 U.S. Open. Played on the PGA Tour and other professional circuits. Contributed to collegiate golf while competing for the University of California, Berkeley.

Finished as runner-up at the 2009 U.S. Open

Played on the PGA Tour

Competed for the University of California, Berkeley

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