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Seve Ballesteros

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Spanish professional golfer

54 years oldSpanish0 picksBorn April 9, 1957

The swashbuckling Spaniard who made European golf cool, Seve Ballesteros racked up five majors and 90 international wins with a flair that made every impossible shot look like destiny. His charisma and competitive fire helped Europe finally stick it to the Americans in the Ryder Cup, cementing his status as the continent's golfing godfather. At 54, the legend has traded fairways for a quieter life, though his health battles with a brain tumor since 2008 have given fans plenty of reason to keep a watchful eye on this beloved icon.

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About Seve Ballesteros

The swashbuckling Spaniard who made European golf cool, Seve Ballesteros racked up five majors and 90 international wins with a flair that made every impossible shot look like destiny. His charisma and competitive fire helped Europe finally stick it to the Americans in the Ryder Cup, cementing his status as the continent's golfing godfather. At 54, the legend has traded fairways for a quieter life, though his health battles with a brain tumor since 2008 have given fans plenty of reason to keep a watchful eye on this beloved icon.

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