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Lee Trevino is a retired American professional golfer who won six major championships during his career on the PGA Tour. Known for his distinctive unorthodox swing and highly talkative, affable personality on the golf course, he won the U.S. Open in 1968 and 1971, The Open Championship in 1971, 1972, and 1974, and the PGA Championship in 1974 and 1984. Trevino grew up in Dallas, Texas, working as a caddie and club professional before achieving success on the professional tour.
He is widely recognized as one of the most accomplished and charismatic golfers of his era.
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Lee Trevino ranks #15 of 299 in the Golfer ranking, behind Gene Sarazen, ahead of Brooks Koepka.
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How many major championships did Lee Trevino win?
Trevino won six men's major championships: two U.S. Opens, two Open Championships, and two PGA Championships. He never won the Masters Tournament, where his low fade was less naturally suited to Augusta National.
Why was Lee Trevino's win over Jack Nicklaus in 1971 unusual?
Trevino defeated Nicklaus in an 18-hole playoff to win the 1971 U.S. Open at Merion. He then won the Canadian Open and The Open Championship in consecutive starts, completing a remarkable run of three national titles.
Why did Lee Trevino use such an unconventional swing?
His self-developed motion produced a controlled fade, with an open stance and a distinctive looping action through the ball. It proved highly repeatable under pressure and helped him become one of the leading shot-makers of his era.
Was Lee Trevino really struck by lightning during a tournament?
Yes, lightning struck Trevino during the 1975 Western Open near Chicago. Fellow professionals Jerry Heard and Bobby Nichols were also affected during the storm, and Trevino later dealt with significant back problems.
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