My name is Rafael Echenique, a professional golfer from Argentina.
I was born in 1980, in the city of San Luis. At an early age, I discovered golf, and since then, I have never stopped pursuing my passion.

I had an outstanding amateur career, winning multiple tournaments in Argentina and representing my country in both junior and senior divisions (even as a junior player). I won a Junior World Championship in Japan and achieved second place in another world-class tournament in San Diego, United States.

In 1999, I decided to embark on my professional career. Over the years, I have competed in various tours worldwide, including notable events on the Korn Ferry Tour (a stepping stone to the PGA TOUR) and the European Tour (Europe’s premier golf division). I have also had the privilege of competing in major tournaments such as The Open Championship and the U.S. Open. I also played in the PGA Tour in Latin America.

5 Victories on the Argentine Professional Tour

1. 2 Victories on the Challenge Tour (the gateway to the DP World European Tour, Europe's top division)

2. 3 Runner-up Finishes on the DP World European Tour

3. 4 Top-10 Finishes (4th–10th place) on the DP World European Tour

4. Shot of the Year on the European Tour: An albatross on the 72nd hole in Munich, Germany.
   Watch the shot at this link: YouTube Video

5. Participation in the U.S. Open and The Open Championship (Grand Slam tournaments)

6. PGA TOUR Latin America Career Highlights:

   • 34 Top-25 finishes

   • 15 Top-10 finishes

   • 3 third-place finishes

   • 2 runner-up finishes