José María Olazábal
Definition
José María Olazábal is a renowned Spanish professional golfer, born on February 5, 1966, best known for winning two Masters Tournaments in 1994 and 1999.
He has been a prominent figure in the Ryder Cup, playing for Europe in seven editions from 1987 to 2006 and captaining the team to victory in 2012.
Olazábal is celebrated for his exceptional short game and continues to compete at high levels, making his 37th Masters appearance in 2026 at age 60.
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José María Olazábal está en su 37º Masters, demostrando que algunos golfistas, como el buen vino, mejoran con la edad.
José María Olazábal is in his 37th Masters, proving that some golfers, like fine wine, improve with age.
Olazábal le dio una lección magistral a los pegadores en Augusta: la precisión vence a la potencia bruta.
Olazábal gave a masterclass to the big hitters at Augusta: precision beats raw power.
Con Olazábal como capitán en la Ryder Cup, Europa convirtió los campos de golf en fortalezas inexpugnables.
With Olazábal as Ryder Cup captain, Europe turned golf courses into impenetrable fortresses.
El swing de José María Olazábal hace que los bunkers parezcan meros obstáculos decorativos.
José María Olazábal's swing makes bunkers look like mere decorative obstacles.