Trevino, Lee

Trevino, Lee

▪ American athlete
born Dec. 1, 1939, near Dallas, Texas, U.S.

      American professional golfer who became an immediate success when he joined the Professional Golfers' Association of America (PGA) tour in 1967 and soon was recognized as one of the finest players in the world.

      Of Mexican-American descent, Trevino received a grade-school education, served in the U.S. Marine Corps, and worked as an odd-job man and assistant professional at golf courses in his native Texas. In 1967 he unexpectedly came in fifth in the U.S. Open. He won that tournament in 1968 and 1971 and the British Open in 1971 and 1972. In 1970 Trevino led all other golfers in prize earnings, and in 1971 he became the first player to win the U.S., British, and Canadian Opens in a single year.

      After winning the U.S. PGA tournament in 1974, Trevino was struck by lightning and suffered minor injuries to his arm and back. Later he underwent surgery to remove a damaged spinal disc. Trevino underwent surgery again in 1982, and his chronic back problems significantly restricted his play. He competed in only a few tournaments a year and regularly served as a television sports commentator.

      In 1984, however, Trevino rallied to win the PGA tournament, and in 1985 he won the British Masters. He was elected to the American Golf Hall of Fame and the World Golf Hall of Fame.

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