Sam Torrance
Scottish golfer and sportscaster
Born
August 24th, 1953
71 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Scotland
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A professional golfer specializing in the sport of golf, played on the European Tour for over three decades. Achieved significant success including winning the European Open and participating multiple times in the Ryder Cup as both a player and captain. Transitioned to broadcasting, providing expert commentary and analysis on golf tournaments.
Won the European Open in 1980
Led Europe as Ryder Cup captain in 2002
Competed in nine Ryder Cups
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