Hideki Matsuyama
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About
He became the first-ever Japanese professional golfer to win a men's major golf championship after winning the 2021 Masters Tournament. Despite being early in his golf career, his six career wins on the PGA Tour have made him the most successful Japanese member of the PGA tour in history.
Before Fame
He began his professional golf career in April 2013. Just a few months prior, he was the number one ranked amateur golfer in the world.
Trivia
During his first year as a professional golfer, he became the first rookie to win five separate Japanese Golf Tour events in one calendar year, while simultaneously leading the Japan Tour's winnings list.
Family Life
He was born in the city of Matsuyama in Ehime, Japan. At the age of 4, he was taught how to play golf by his father.
Associated With
He defeated Rickie Fowler for the championship at the Waste Management Phoenix Open on February 7, 2016.
