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Angel Cabrera is an Argentine professional golfer who won the 2007 U.S. Open at Oakmont and the 2009 Masters Tournament in a sudden-death playoff over Chad Campbell and Kenny Perry. Known for his powerful driving and nicknamed "El Pato" (The Duck), Cabrera was the first Argentine player to win a major golf championship. He also won the 2009 Grand Slam of Golf and recorded multiple European Tour victories across his career.
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Which major did Angel Cabrera win at Oakmont?
Angel Cabrera won the 2007 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club in Pennsylvania. He finished at 5 over par and became the first South American to win the U.S. Open.
How did Angel Cabrera win the 2009 Masters?
Cabrera won the 2009 Masters in a playoff involving Chad Campbell and Kenny Perry. The victory made him the first Argentine Masters champion.
Why was Angel Cabrera called El Pato?
The nickname El Pato means "The Duck" in Spanish and refers to Cabrera's distinctive walking style. He was known for powerful driving during his professional career.
Who were Cabrera's main rivals at the 2007 U.S. Open?
Cabrera held off Tiger Woods and Jim Furyk at Oakmont in 2007. His final score was 285, or 5 over par, on one of the most demanding U.S. Open courses.
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